Quote by Benjamin Carson

I want the government to provide the military so we don't get invaded by somebody and destroyed. I want the government to provide the roads so I can get from point A to B. In terms of taking care of my day to day needs, I want to do that myself. I want my community to do that.

I want the government to provide the military so we don't ge

Summary

This quote emphasizes the speaker's view on the government's role in society. They believe that it is crucial for the government to provide military protection to ensure national security and prevent potential destruction. They also acknowledge the importance of government involvement in providing infrastructure like roads, enabling individuals to navigate from one place to another. However, when it comes to their daily necessities, the speaker prefers a more community-driven approach, emphasizing individual and community responsibility in taking care of personal needs, as opposed to relying heavily on government intervention.

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By Benjamin Carson

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