The best form of government is that which is most likely to prevent the greatest sum of evil.
James Monroe
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More quotes by James Monroe
- The great increase of our population throughout the Union will alone produce an important effect, and in no quarter will it be so sensibly felt as in those in contemplation.
- The best form of government is that which is most likely to prevent the greatest sum of evil.
- The best form of government is that which is most likely to prevent the greatest sum of evil.