It has been said that the people are not fit for self-government. This is a libel upon the people.
Founding Father, Treasury
Speech at the Constitutional Convention (ironic, given his other statements)
1787
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"I have no taste for pleasure."
Strange & Unusual"It is a truth, which has been taught by the experience of all ages, that the people are too apt to be led astray by the arts of popular demagogues."
Controversial"Government is instituted for the common good; for the protection, safety, prosperity and happiness of the people; and not for the profit, honor, or private interest of any one man, family, or class of…"
Humorous"The evils of a weak government are great and numerous."
Humorous"I have been a very miserable man."
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