Quote by Davy Crockett

We have the right as individuals to give away as much of our own money as we please in charity but as members of Congress we have no right to appropriate a dollar of the public money.

We have the right as individuals to give away as much of our

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This quote emphasizes the distinction between personal choices and legislative responsibilities. It suggests that while individuals have the freedom to donate their own money to charity, politicians, specifically members of Congress, should not have the authority to allocate public funds for personal or unrelated purposes. It underscores the importance of using public money solely for the benefit of the general population and discourages any misuse or mishandling of taxpayer funds by elected officials.

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