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Walter Lippmann

It is perfectly true that that government is best which governs least. It is equally true that that government is best which provides most.

Walter Lippmann

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Walter Lippmann is saying that an ideal government should interfere as little as possible in people's lives while still offering the greatest amount of support and services. He highlights the balance between minimal control and maximum assistance as the key to good governance.

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