"So confident am I in the intentions, as well as wisdom, of the government, that I shall always be satisfied that what is not done, either cannot, or ought not to be done."
-Thomas Jefferson
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"Wisdom I know is social. She seeks her fellows. But Beauty is jealous, and illy bears the presence of a rival."
-Thomas Jefferson
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"I hope our wisdom will grow with our power, and teach us, that the less we use our power the greater it will be."
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"Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom."
-Thomas Jefferson
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"War is an instrument entirely inefficient toward redressing wrong and multiplies, instead of indemnifying losses."
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"I have seen enough of one war never to wish to see another."
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"Thankfully, due to the United Kingdom and the commitment of the Westminster government we are able to ensure that money brought in, whether it be from the City of London or from North Sea oil, can be pooled and directed to wherever it is needed most. That is what being in the United Kingdom is all about."
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