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It should seem, then, that the nature of society dictates another, a higher branch, whose superiority arises from its be
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"It should seem, then, that the nature of society dictates another, a higher branch, whose superiority arises from its being the interested and natural conservator of the universal interest"

- Ezra Stiles

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This quote recommends that society requires a higher branch, one that is in charge of protecting the well-being of all individuals in the society. This branch ought to act as an all-natural conservator, suggesting that its activities ought to be aligned with the most effective rate of interests of everybody. This superior branch must be produced to guarantee that the universal rate of interest is always the leading priority.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Ezra Stiles between November 29, 1727 and May 12, 1795. He/she was a famous Clergyman from USA. The author also have 22 other quotes.

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