The subjects of every state ought to contribute towards the support of the government, as nearly as possible, in proportion to their respective abilities; that is, in proportion to the revenue which they respectively enjoy under the protection of the state.
Wealth of Nations, capitalism
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"The government of an exclusive company of merchants is, perhaps, the worst of all governments for any country whatever."
Controversial"The property of a master in the service of his servants is not a thing that is found in any of the fundamental laws of nature."
Humorous"The first duty of the sovereign, therefore, is that of protecting the society from the violence and invasion of other independent societies."
Humorous"The learned, however, though they may not be the greatest wits, are always the best company."
Humorous"The highest and most important office of government is to maintain justice."
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