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The violence and injustice of the rulers of mankind is an ancient evil, for which, I am afraid, the nature of human affairs can scarce admit a remedy.
"The violence and injustice of the rulers of mankind is an ancient evil, for which, I am afraid, the nature of human affairs can scarce admit a remedy."— Adam Smith
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Meaning of this quote
The passage describes abuses of political power as a persistent historical problem.
Key takeaway:
Assess institutions by their ability to restrain abuses of power.
Origin of the quote
The Wealth of Nations (1776)
Who actually said this?
Related passage located, but the supplied wording differs; title preserved as supplied.
Source:
The Wealth of Nations (1776)
