Quote by Voltaire

The art of government is to make two-thirds of a nation pay all it possibly can pay for the benefit of the other third.

The art of government is to make two-thirds of a nation pay

Summary

This quote reflects the perspective that effective governance involves ensuring that a majority of the population bears the financial burden for the betterment of the minority. It suggests that a successful government must establish a system where a significant portion of the nation's resources are mobilized and utilized to provide benefits and support to a smaller segment of the population. This concept potentially underscores the idea of a progressive tax system or redistribution of wealth as necessary components of an equitable and productive society.

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