Quote by Jonathan Swift

For in reason, all government without the consent of the governed is the very definition of slavery.

For in reason, all government without the consent of the gov

Summary

This quote suggests that any form of government that operates without the agreement of its citizens amounts to a state of slavery. It implies that when individuals are forced to live under a ruling system they don't consent to, their freedoms, rights, and autonomy are essentially suppressed, resembling the condition of being enslaved. The quote highlights the importance of government systems that are built on the consent and participation of the governed, recognizing the fundamental role of individual agency and permission in creating a just and fair society.

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By Jonathan Swift

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