Whoever would overthrow the liberty of a... by Benjamin Franklin | We Heart Quotes

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Whoever would overthrow the liberty of a nation must begin by subduing the freeness of speech.

- Benjamin Franklin

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Anger is never without a reason, but seldom with a good one.

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Common sense is something that everyone needs, few have, and none think they lack.

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He that lives upon hope will die fasting.

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God

Rebellion against tyrants is obedience to God.

- Benjamin Franklin

Many people die at twenty five and aren't buried until they are seventy five.

- Benjamin Franklin

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