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Quote by George Mason

“In all our associations; in all our agreements let us never lose sight of this fundamental maxim - that all power was originally lodged in, and consequently is derived from, the people.”

Quote by George Mason

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George Mason
George Mason

George Mason was an American statesman, lawyer, and writer, renowned for his profound contributions to constitutional freedoms and rights. Born on December 11, 1725, and died on October 7, 1792, Mason was a key figure in the drafting of the Virginia Constitution and played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. more

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