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“A just government maintains a healthy tension between the claims of authority and the claims of liberty.”

Quote by Russell Kirk

Book:The Politics of Prudence

Work

The Politics of Prudence

This book delves into the concept of prudence in the context of political theory and practice, examining how it influences policy choices and leadership strategies. more

Author

Russell Kirk, an American historian, was born in October 1918 and died on April 29, 1994. His research focused on conservative thought, American history, and culture, and had a profound impact on 20th-century American politics and culture. more

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