Quote by Franklin Pierce

The dangers of a concentration of all power in the general government of a confederacy so vast as ours are too obvious to be disregarded.

The dangers of a concentration of all power in the general g

Summary

This quote emphasizes the inherent risks associated with granting an overwhelming amount of power to a central government within an extensive confederacy. It implies that diverting all authority to a single entity poses clear and undeniable dangers. The quote serves as a cautionary warning, urging individuals not to overlook the potential perils of allowing excessive concentration of power, particularly within a vast and complex confederate system.

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By Franklin Pierce

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