Quote by Thomas Jefferson

I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.

I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Thomas Jefferson, suggests that Americans will experience lasting happiness if they can prevent the government from misusing the hard work and efforts of its people by claiming to protect and care for them. It implies that excessive government intervention and control can lead to the suppression of individual freedoms and hinder personal progress and prosperity. Instead, the quote advocates for a limited government that allows individuals to pursue their own paths to happiness without unnecessary interference.

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By Thomas Jefferson

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