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The best government rests on the people, and not on the few, on persons and not on property, on the free development of
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"The best government rests on the people, and not on the few, on persons and not on property, on the free development of public opinion and not on authority"

- George Bancroft

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This quote by George Bancroft emphasizes the relevance of the people in a federal government. He suggests that the very best federal government is one that is based upon the people, not on minority. He thinks that the government must be based upon people as well as not on their home. He likewise believes that the federal government should be based on the totally free development of popular opinion, out authority. This quote recommends that individuals should have a say in the government which their point of views must be considered. It additionally recommends that the government ought to not be based upon the riches of individuals, however instead on the collective viewpoint of the people. This quote highlights the importance of the people in a government and also suggests that the most effective government is one that is based upon individuals, out the few.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by George Bancroft between October 3, 1800 and January 17, 1891. He/she was a famous Historian from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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