America was founded by men who understood that the threat of domestic tyranny is as great as any threat from abroad. If we want to be worthy of their legacy, we must resist the rush toward ever-increasing state control of our society. Otherwise, our own government will become a greater threat to our freedoms than any foreign terrorist.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Domestic tyranny can be as dangerous as foreign threats; resisting expanding state control preserves the founders' legacy.
- In plain terms
- Oversized government is a serious danger.
- What can you take from it?
- Guard against growing government power.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can we balance security with liberty?
- What examples of domestic tyranny exist historically?
Another view
Some government actions are intended to protect citizens from genuine threats.
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