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If the machine of government is of such a nature that it requires you to be the agent of injustice to another, then, I s
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"If the machine of government is of such a nature that it requires you to be the agent of injustice to another, then, I say, break the law"

- Henry David Thoreau

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Henry David Thoreau's quote is a contact us to activity for individuals to refute unjust laws. He is suggesting that if the government is asking you to do something that is unfair, then you ought to break the regulation. He is supporting for civil disobedience, which is the refusal to comply with specific legislations or governmental needs for the purpose of producing a modification in the law or plans. Thoreau's quote is a pointer that individuals have the power to make a difference and also needs to not hesitate to defend what is right. He is encouraging people to refute oppression as well as to not be afraid to damage the regulation if it is required to do so. His quote is a powerful pointer that individuals have the power to make a difference and also should not be afraid to stand up for what is right.

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Henry David Thoreau This quote is written / told by Henry David Thoreau between July 12, 1817 and May 6, 1862. He was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 190 other quotes.

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