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The Republican form of government is the highest form of government: but because of this it requires the highest type of
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"The Republican form of government is the highest form of government: but because of this it requires the highest type of human nature, a type nowhere at present existing"

- Herbert Spencer

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This quote by Herbert Spencer recommends that the Republican form of government is the most ideal type of federal government, yet it requires a degree of humanity that is not presently existing. Spencer indicates that the Republican type of federal government is one of the most advanced type of federal government, however it calls for a greater degree of morality as well as ethical actions than what is currently seen in society. He suggests that the present state of human nature is not sufficient to maintain a Republican type of government. Spencer's quote indicates that in order for a Republican kind of federal government to be successful, individuals should strive to be much better and more moral in their actions. He suggests that the present state of human nature is insufficient to sustain a Republican kind of federal government, which individuals should aim to be far better and also a lot more ethical in their habits in order for it to be successful. Spencer's quote is a reminder that the Republican type of government is the most excellent type of federal government, yet it calls for a higher level of principles as well as honest habits than what is presently seen in society.

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Herbert Spencer This quote is written / told by Herbert Spencer between April 27, 1820 and December 8, 1903. He was a famous Philosopher from England. The author also have 36 other quotes.

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