Quote by George Washington

Government is not reason it is not eloquent it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master.

Government is not reason it is not eloquent it is force. Lik

Summary

This quote emphasizes that government is not governed by reason or eloquence, but rather by the use of force. It compares government to fire, which can serve useful purposes but also has the potential to be dangerous and controlling. The quote cautions that while government can be a helpful servant, it should be feared as a powerful master who has the ability to control and manipulate its subjects.

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By George Washington

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