Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

The safety of the people shall be the highest law.

The safety of the people shall be the highest law.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that the protection and well-being of individuals should be the primary concern of any governing body or legal system. It suggests that the safety and security of the people should take precedence above all other considerations. This quote promotes the idea that laws and policies should be designed and enforced to ensure the welfare and security of the population as a whole.

By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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