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Who first said, 'The best government is that which governs least'?

Other ยท 2026-11-08 13:27

The quote "The best government is that which governs least" is often misattributed to Thoreau or Jefferson. In reality, Thoreau cited an existing phrase and advocated for abolishing government entirely, rather than merely supporting limited governance.

Source: reason.com


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