Quote by Thomas Jefferson

History has informed us that bodies of men as well as individuals are susceptible of the spirit of tyranny

History has informed us that bodies of men as well as indivi

Summary

This quote suggests that history has taught us that both groups of people (such as nations or societies) and individuals have the propensity to be influenced by and exhibit tyrannical behavior. It implies that the inclination towards oppression and abuse of power is not exclusive to individual tyrants, but can also manifest within larger collectives. The quote serves as a reminder of the dangers and risks inherent in human nature when it comes to the potential for oppressive and authoritative rule.

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