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“'Tis true that governments cannot be supported without great charge, and it is fit everyone who enjoys a share of protection should pay out of his estate his proportion of the maintenance of it.” quote by John Locke
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“'Tis true that governments cannot be supported without great charge, and it is fit everyone who enjoys a share of protection should pay out of his estate his proportion of the maintenance of it.”

John Locke

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Source Treat: Second Treatise of Government, 1689

Government services require funding; those who benefit must contribute proportionally to their means.

In simple terms: Beneficiaries should pay for protection.

Key Takeaway

Pay your fair share.

Themes

taxation social contract fairness

Mood

reflective serious

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • paying taxes
  • public services
  • budget planning

Key Concepts

public finance citizen duty

Questions to Reflect On

  • How should contributions be measured?
  • What safeguards prevent abuse?
A Different Perspective

May overlook ability to pay and cause hardship.

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