It is ordained in the eternal constitution of things, that men of intemperate minds cannot be free. Their passions forge their fetters.
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Among a people generally corrupt liberty cannot long exist.
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Edmund Burke (137)
Birth: | 12th January, 1729 |
Death: | 9th July, 1797 |
Nationality: | Irish |
Profession: | Philosopher, Politician |
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Edmund Burke was born in Dublin, Ireland. He was an Irish politician as well as an author, orator, political theorist and philosopher who, after moving to London, served as a Member of Parliament for many years in the House of Commons with the Whig Party.
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