By consequence, or train of thoughts, I understand that succession of one thought to another which is called, to distinguish it from discourse in words, mental discourse. When a man thinketh on anything whatsoever, his next thought after is not altogether so casual as it seems to be. Not every thought to every thought succeeds indifferently.
Thomas HobbesSubjects have no greater liberty in a popular than in a monarchial state. That which deceives them is the equal participation of command.
Thomas Hobbes