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Every actual State is corrupt. Good men must not obey laws too well
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"Every actual State is corrupt. Good men must not obey laws too well"

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

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This quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson recommends that all federal governments are naturally corrupt which excellent people need to not blindly follow laws. He suggests that laws need to be questioned and challenged if they are unjustified or overbearing. He is suggesting that individuals ought to not be passive and accept the status quo, but rather ought to strive to produce a better society. He is promoting for people to take a stand versus overbearing laws and to eliminate for justice and equality. He is likewise recommending that individuals need to not be afraid to challenge authority and to stand up for what is right. This quote motivates people to believe seriously and to do something about it when needed. It is a call to action for people to defend what is best and to combat for a better society.

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Ralph Waldo Emerson This quote is written / told by Ralph Waldo Emerson between May 25, 1803 and April 27, 1882. He was a famous Philosopher from USA. The author also have 204 other quotes.

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