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“The more people expect from government, the more biased they become against limiting government power.” quote by James Bovard
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“The more people expect from government, the more biased they become against limiting government power.”

James Bovard

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

When expectations of government rise, people tend to resist any constraints on its authority.

In simple terms: Higher expectations breed resistance to limits.

Key Takeaway

Recognize bias in demands for power.

Themes

politics government bias power expectations

Mood

skeptical critical

Type

analytical political

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • activist movements
  • election campaigns
  • public opinion surveys

Key Concepts

social psychology political theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you trust government to self‑regulate?
  • How do expectations shape political attitudes?
A Different Perspective

People may still support limited government despite expectations.

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