“Those words, temperate and moderate, are words either of political cowardice, or of cunning, or seduction. A thing, moderately good is not so good as it ought to be. Moderation in temper, is always a virtue; but moderation in principle, is a species of vice.”
Quote by Thomas Paine
Work
Rights of Man, Common Sense, and Other Political Writings
This compilation includes seminal works that delve into the principles of democracy, human rights, and the nature of government, offering insightful perspectives on political theory and societal reform. more
Author
Thomas Paine
Thomas Paine, born on February 9, 1737, and died on June 8, 1809, was a prominent American writer, political figure, and philosopher during the American Revolutionary War. He is renowned for his radical democratic ideas and his contributions to the American independence movement. more
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