The fundamental purpose of government is to protect its citizens.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The primary role of government is to ensure the safety and security of its population.
- In plain terms
- Government exists to keep citizens safe.
- What can you take from it?
- Protecting citizens is the main goal of government.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does protection mean to you?
- Is safety the only goal?
Another view
Governments often struggle to protect everyone equally.
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