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Ralph Waldo Emerson

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

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Ralph Waldo Emerson suggests that all governments have flaws and engage in wrongdoing to some extent. Therefore, virtuous people should be cautious about strictly following laws that may support injustice.

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