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“By the end of the Twentieth Century, taxation will be reduced to a minimum, the entire world will be open to trade, and there will be no need of a standing army.” quote by Erastus Wiman
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“By the end of the Twentieth Century, taxation will be reduced to a minimum, the entire world will be open to trade, and there will be no need of a standing army.”

Erastus Wiman

About This Quote

Future predictions envision minimal taxes, open trade, and no standing armies by century’s end.

In simple terms: A future of low taxes, free trade, and no armies is expected.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for policies aligning with this vision.

Themes

economics trade military future globalization

Mood

optimistic speculative

Type

Army:1 Century:1 Ends:0 Minimum:1 Needs:0 Standing:1 Taxation:1 Trade:1 Twentieth:0 Twentieth century:0 World:0 End Twentieth:0 Century Taxation:0 Taxation Reduced:1

When to use this quote

  • policy planning
  • international business
  • defense budgeting

Key Concepts

tax reform open markets defense reduction historical trends

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the risks of eliminating standing armies?
  • How would reduced taxation affect public services?
A Different Perspective

Optimism may ignore geopolitical realities.

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