Quote by Patrick Henry

The officers of Congress, may come upon you now, fortified with all the terrors of paramount federal authority. Excisemen taxmen may come in multitudes; for the limitation of their numbers no man knows. They may, unless the general government be restrained ... go into your cellars and rooms, and search, ransack, and measure, everything you eat, drink, and wear.

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Summary

This quote highlights the fear and concern regarding the extent of power that could be exercised by the officers of Congress in enforcing taxes and regulations. It emphasizes the fear that these officers, backed by federal authority, could potentially invade people's privacy and infringe upon their personal lives by rummaging through their possessions. It calls for restraints on the government's authority to prevent excessive intrusion into personal spaces and choices.

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Taxation

By Patrick Henry

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