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I do not subscribe to the doctrine that the people are the slaves and property of their government. I believe that government is for the use of the people, and not the people for the use of the government.


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Author Bio


  • NameGerrit Smith
  • DescriptionAmerican abolitionist and politician
  • BornMarch 6, 1797
  • DiedDecember 28, 1874
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionPolitician