Quote by H. L. Mencken

I believe that all government is evil, and that trying to improve it is largely a waste of time.

I believe that all government is evil, and that trying to im

Summary

This quote expresses a pessimistic view towards government, suggesting that all forms of government are inherently evil. It implies that any efforts to reform or make improvements within the government are futile. The quote likely reflects a deep distrust and skepticism towards authority, suggesting that the nature of governance itself is fundamentally flawed and cannot be changed for the better.

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By H. L. Mencken

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