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“The virtue of democracy is that is has placed limits on the absoluteness of power.”

Quote by Robert Morrison MacIver

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Robert Morrison MacIver

Robert Morrison MacIver, born on April 17, 1882, and died on June 15, 1970, was an unknown profession scholar. His life, achievements, and influence are currently limited in available information. more

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