Class Quote by Daniel Webster
“There is not a more dangerous experiment than to place property in the hands of one class, and political power in those of another... If property cannot retain the political power, the political power will draw after it the property.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional address, 1845
Concentrating property in one class and power in another creates conflict; property seeks political influence.
In simple terms: Unequal property and power cause tension.
Promote equitable distribution.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- tax policy
- land reform
- corporate regulation
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can wealth be fairly taxed?
- How to protect minority rights?
Reforms may be resisted by entrenched interests.