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Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty power is ever stealing from the many to the few
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"Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty; power is ever stealing from the many to the few"

- Wendell Phillips

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This quote by Wendell Phillips speaks with the value of being vigilant in order to maintain our flexibility. It recommends that power is continuously shifting from the majority to the minority, and that it is up to individuals to make sure that their rights and liberties are not eliminated. This quote serves as a pointer that we must stay vigilant and active in order to safeguard our flexibility. It is a call to action, advising us to be knowledgeable about the power characteristics in our society and to take steps to make sure that our rights are not removed. It is a reminder that we should stay alert and active in order to secure our freedom and make sure that power is not eliminated from the lots of and given to the couple of.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Wendell Phillips between November 29, 1811 and February 2, 1884. He/she was a famous Activist from USA. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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