Alexander Hamilton Quote - Have we not already seen enough of the fallacy and extravagance of those idle theories which have amused us with promises of an exemption from the imperfections, weaknesses and evils incident to society in every shape?

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Have we not already seen enough of the fallacy and extravagance of those idle theories which have amused us with promises of an exemption from the imperfections, weaknesses and evils incident to society in every shape?

"Have we not already seen enough of the fallacy and extravagance of those idle theories which have amused us with promises of an exemption from the imperfections, weaknesses and evils incident to society in every shape?"

— Alexander Hamilton

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Author: Alexander Hamilton
Category: Cautionary
Tags: Cautionary Humility Politics Realism Skeptical

Meaning of this quote

Political systems cannot remove every imperfection in human society.

Key takeaway: Assess a reform's realistic benefits rather than promises of perfection.

Origin of the quote

The Federalist No. 6.

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Attributed author: Alexander Hamilton

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