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James A. Garfield on Government

1831–1881 United States

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All free governments are managed by the combined wisdom and folly of the people.

The chief duty of government is to keep the peace and stand out of the sunshine of the people.

Fellow-citizens! God reigns and the Government at Washington still lives!

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Fellow-citizens! Clouds and darkness are round about Him! His pavilion is dark waters and thick clouds of the skies! Justice and judgment are the establishment of His throne! Mercy and truth shall go before His face! Fellow-citizens! God reigns and the Government at Washington still lives!

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