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"We stand in the shadow of Jefferson who believed that a society founded upon the rule of law and liberty was dependent upon public education and the diffusion of knowledge"

- Matt Blunt

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This quote by Matt Blunt highlights the importance of education and knowledge in developing a just and totally free society. By referencing Thomas Jefferson, a founding father of the United States, Blunt highlights the belief that a society constructed on the concepts of law and liberty can not exist without a well-educated and educated population. Jefferson thought that public education and the spread of understanding were necessary for people to understand their rights and duties as citizens and to actively participate in the democratic procedure. This quote serves as a reminder that education is not simply a personal pursuit, but a crucial foundation for a working and reasonable society.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Matt Blunt somewhere between November 20, 1970 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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