Quote by Thomas Paine

To say that any people are not fit for freedom, is to make poverty their choice, and to say they had rather be loaded with taxes than not.

To say that any people are not fit for freedom, is to make p

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This quote implies that if individuals or communities willingly accept poverty and burdensome taxes instead of fighting for their freedom, they are essentially choosing to remain in a state of disadvantage. It suggests that freedom and economic prosperity go hand in hand, and any reluctance to advocate for freedom is a subconscious decision to endure hardships. Ultimately, the quote suggests that people should actively pursue freedom rather than passively accepting circumstances that restrict their potential.

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