Quote by Fred Woodworth

If human beings are fundamentally good, no government is necessary if they are fundamentally bad, any government, being composed of human beings, would be bad also.

If human beings are fundamentally good, no government is nec

Summary

This quote highlights the role of human nature in the need for government. It suggests that if people are inherently good, then a government is not essential as individuals would naturally do what is right. However, if people are fundamentally bad, then any government formed by these individuals would also be corrupt or unjust. The quote implies that the quality of a government is ultimately influenced by the intrinsic nature of its citizens and raises questions about the necessity and effectiveness of governance in society.

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Government

By Fred Woodworth

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