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In general, the art of government consists of taking as much money as possible from one class of citizens to give to ano
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"In general, the art of government consists of taking as much money as possible from one class of citizens to give to another"

- Voltaire

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Voltaire's quote is a commentary on the nature of government and its function in society. He suggests that the primary purpose of government is to rearrange wealth from one group of citizens to another. This redistribution of wealth is performed in order to develop a more equitable society, where everybody has access to the very same resources and opportunities. Nevertheless, Voltaire indicates that federal governments often take too much cash from one group of residents, leaving them with less than they require to endure. This quote is a tip that federal governments should take care not to take too much from one group of residents, as it can lead to inequality and hardship. Ultimately, Voltaire's quote works as a warning to governments to be mindful of the power they have to rearrange wealth and to guarantee that it is done in a fair and equitable way.

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Voltaire This quote is written / told by Voltaire between November 21, 1694 and May 30, 1778. He was a famous Writer from France. The author also have 130 other quotes.

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