The American people are a people who are very fond of comfort, and they are not always very fond of liberty.
Democracy in America
Attributed, often cited as a critical observation, direct source is difficult to pinpoint.
c. 1835
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Strange & Unusual"Despotism often presents itself as the defender of the oppressed, and the friend of the humble. It can even be useful to them, but it is always at the price of their liberty."
Controversial"The American people are a people of shopkeepers, and they are always thinking of their own private interests."
Controversial"I have always found that the most intelligent people are those who are most willing to admit their ignorance."
Strange & Unusual"I have no doubt that the American people will in the end overcome all the difficulties that they have to encounter."
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