Democracy in America, Volumen1G. Adlard, 1839 |
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... possessed equal facility in writing the English language . There should have been references in the body of the work to the notes but circumstances beyond control prevented . They are so few , however , that no great inconvenience will ...
... possessed equal facility in writing the English language . There should have been references in the body of the work to the notes but circumstances beyond control prevented . They are so few , however , that no great inconvenience will ...
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... possessed by the Union Situation of the Black Population in the United States , and dangers with which its presence threatens the Whites - 335 354 What are the chances in favor of the duration of the American Union , and what dangers ...
... possessed by the Union Situation of the Black Population in the United States , and dangers with which its presence threatens the Whites - 335 354 What are the chances in favor of the duration of the American Union , and what dangers ...
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... possession of its adversaries , they still served its cause by throw- ing into relief the natural greatness of man ... possessions ; the erection of communes introduced an ele- ment of democratic liberty into the bosom of feudal monarchy ...
... possession of its adversaries , they still served its cause by throw- ing into relief the natural greatness of man ... possessions ; the erection of communes introduced an ele- ment of democratic liberty into the bosom of feudal monarchy ...
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... of society . The existence of a democra- cy was seemingly unknown , when on a sudden it took possession of the supreme power . Everything was then submitted to its caprices ; it was worshipped as the idol of strength ; until 5 .
... of society . The existence of a democra- cy was seemingly unknown , when on a sudden it took possession of the supreme power . Everything was then submitted to its caprices ; it was worshipped as the idol of strength ; until 5 .
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... possessed , in the midst of its wretchedness , several different advantages which can now scarce . ly be appreciated or conceived . The power of a part of his subjects was an insurmountable barrier to the tyranny of the prince ; and the ...
... possessed , in the midst of its wretchedness , several different advantages which can now scarce . ly be appreciated or conceived . The power of a part of his subjects was an insurmountable barrier to the tyranny of the prince ; and the ...
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Página 29 - ... to enact, constitute, and frame such just and equal laws, ordinances, acts, constitutions, and offices, from time to time, as shall be thought most meet and convenient for the general good of the colony, unto which we promise all due submission and obedience.
Página 214 - The nation which indulges towards another an habitual hatred, or an habitual fondness, is in some degree a slave. It is a slave to its animosity or to its affection, either of which is sufficient to lead it astray from its duty and its interest.
Página 29 - Having undertaken, for the glory of God and advancement of the Christian faith and honor of our king and country, a voyage to plant the first colony in the northern parts of Virginia...
Página 213 - The great rule of conduct for us in regard to foreign nations is, in extending our commercial relations to have with them as little political connection as possible.
Página 137 - When occasions present themselves, in which the interests of the people are at variance with their inclinations, it is the duty of the persons whom they have appointed, to be the guardians of those interests ; to withstand the temporary delusion, in order to give them time and opportunity for more cool and sedate reflection.
Página 45 - I know of no country, indeed, where the love of money has taken stronger hold on the affections of men, and where a profounder contempt is expressed for the theory of the permanent equality of property.
Página 417 - All other nations seem to have nearly reached their natural limits, and they have only to maintain their power; but these are still in the act of growth. All...
Página 105 - The powers delegated by the proposed Constitution to the federal government are few and defined. Those which are to remain in the State governments are numerous and indefinite.
Página 289 - Americans have a sincere faith in their religion, for who can search the human heart? but I am certain that they hold it to be indispensable to the maintenance of republican institutions. This opinion is not peculiar to a class of citizens or to a party, but it belongs to the whole nation, and to every rank of society.
Página 105 - The powers reserved to the several states will extend to all the objects, which, in the ordinary course of affairs, concern the lives, liberties, and properties of the people: and the internal order, improvement, and prosperity of the state.