The instant formal government is abolished, society begins to act. A general association takes place, and common interest produces common security.
Thomas PaineIn the early ages of the world, according to the scripture chronology, there were no kings; the consequence of which was there were no wars; it is the pride of kings which throws mankind into confusion.
Thomas PaineIf those to whom power is delegated do well, they will be respected; if not, they will be despised.
Thomas PaineThe end of all political associations is the preservation of the natural and imprescriptible rights of man; and these rights are liberty, property, security, and resistance of oppression.
Thomas Paine