Quote by William O. Douglas

We must realize that todays Establishment is the new George III. Whether it will continue to adhere to his tactics, we do not know. If it does, the redress, honored in tradition, is also revolution.

We must realize that todays Establishment is the new George

Summary

This quote suggests that the present-day Establishment, referring to the ruling power or authority, resembles the actions and tactics of King George III. It points out that the course of action taken by the current Establishment is uncertain. If it continues to mimic George III's methods, then the appropriate response, as upheld in tradition, would be revolution. By drawing this parallel, the quote emphasizes the need for change and challenges the status quo, implying that revolutionary actions might be necessary to address the oppressive nature of the present Establishment.

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Revolution

By William O. Douglas

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