?We must make our choice between economy and liberty or confusion and servitude...If we run into such debts, we must be taxed in our meat and drink, in our necessities and comforts, in our labor and in our amusements...if we can prevent the government from wasting the labor of the people, under the pretense of caring for them, they will be happy.

Summary

This quote highlights the dilemma of choosing between economic stability and individual freedom. It underscores the idea that if a government accumulates excessive debt, it will resort to heavy taxation, compromising the basic needs, comforts, and even human rights of its citizens. The quote argues that to avoid this scenario, it is crucial to prevent government misuse of the people's labor by pretending to provide care or assistance, as true happiness can only be attained if individuals are not burdened by unnecessary taxation and restrictions.

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