Government Quote by Thomas More
“Laws could be passed to keep the leader of a government from getting too much power.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Utopia by Thomas More, 1516
Limits on governmental authority prevent tyranny and protect liberty.
In simple terms: Checks on power guard freedom.
Support institutional safeguards.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislation
- constitutional design
- civil society
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we enforce limits effectively?
- What mechanisms ensure accountability?
Power can be abused despite rules.