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Citizens Quote by James F. Cooper

“The very existence of government at all, infers inequality. The citizen who is preferred to office becomes the superior of those who are not, so long he is the repository of power” quote by James F. Cooper
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“The very existence of government at all, infers inequality. The citizen who is preferred to office becomes the superior of those who are not, so long he is the repository of power”

James F. Cooper

About This Quote

Source Essay: Political Theory, 2003

Government creates inherent inequality by concentrating power in a few.

In simple terms: Power leads to inequality.

Key Takeaway

Question and limit authority to protect equality.

Themes

politics inequality power government justice

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • voting
  • activism
  • policy reform
  • community organizing

Key Concepts

political theory social contract authoritarianism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is all government inherently unequal?
  • How can power be shared fairly?
A Different Perspective

Power can be used for public good, not just oppression.

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