The strongest argument against despotism is that it does not adequately educate the people it governs.
Utilitarianism, liberty
The strongest argument against despotism is that it does not adequately educate the people it governs.
Utilitarianism, liberty
Considerations on Representative Government, Chapter III
1861
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