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America Quote by Noah Webster

“Why not include a provision that everybody shall, in good weather, hunt on his own land and catch fish in rivers that are public property and that Congress shall never restrain any inhabitant of America from eating and drinking, at seasonable times, or prevent his lying on his left side, in a long…” quote by Noah Webster
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“Why not include a provision that everybody shall, in good weather, hunt on his own land and catch fish in rivers that are public property and that Congress shall never restrain any inhabitant of America from eating and drinking, at seasonable times, or prevent his lying on his left side, in a long winter's night, or even on his back, when he is fatigued by lying on his right.”

Noah Webster

About This Quote

Provisions should allow unrestricted hunting, fishing, and personal comfort without congressional limits.

In simple terms: Allow unrestricted outdoor activities and comfort.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for personal liberty.

Themes

freedom rights government

Mood

concerned analytical

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • hunting regulations
  • fishing laws
  • public land use

Key Concepts

property rights public resources civil liberties

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to balance liberty with conservation?
  • What limits are reasonable for public resources?
A Different Perspective

Unrestricted access may harm ecosystems.

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