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Originally Posted by Peregrino
Nice quote. I approve of the sentiments; however, you might want to check attribution. (Hint - RR wasn't the first.)
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Thank you.
I believe (but could be wrong) that Ronald Reagan said it - and he was probably the most famous person to recently share that little piece of wisdom.
The earlier and more correct provenance ? Well, there are various (rightly or wrongly) attributions to a number of folks including: Thomas Jefferson, Barry Goldwater, Gerald Ford and even one to Paul Harvey.
All wise and accomplished men, indeed - however I don't really know - so mea maxima culpa !!!
But, I too love the sentiment - particularly in the context of balancing personal liberties and governmental protection.