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“The taxes of government are heavy enough, but not so heavy as the taxes we lay upon ourselves.”

Quote by Orville Dewey

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Orville Dewey, born on March 28, 1794, and died on March 21, 1882, was an enigmatic historical figure whose career and life remain unclear. more

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