Quote by John Ruskin

The first duty of government is to see that people have food, fuel, and clothes. The second, that they have means of moral and intellectual education.

The first duty of government is to see that people have food

Summary

This quote emphasizes the crucial responsibilities of a government. It suggests that providing the basic necessities for citizens, such as food, fuel, and clothing, is the primary duty of a government. However, it also stresses the importance of not stopping there, underscoring the significance of providing access to moral and intellectual education as a secondary duty. By addressing both the physical needs and intellectual development of its people, a government can strive to create a society that flourishes both materially and intellectually.

By John Ruskin

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