Quote#Freedom
Sir, there have existed, in every age and every country, two distinct…
Quote byRobert Y. Hayne · 1791–1839
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Hayne's Speech on Mr. Foot's Resolution, January 21, 1830, page 16..
English (original)
Sir, there have existed, in every age and every country, two distinct orders of men—the lovers of freedom, and the devoted advocates of power.
— Robert Y. Hayne
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