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John Adams

There is danger from all men. The only maxim of a free government ought to be to trust no man living with power to endanger the public liberty.

John Adams

Men

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John Adams is warning that every person in power has the potential to threaten the freedom of the people. Therefore, a government that values liberty should always be cautious and avoid giving unchecked authority to any individual.

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