Quotes about Government

More harm was done in the 20th century by faceless bureaucrats than tyrant dictators.

Kings will be tyrants from policy, when subjects are rebels from principle.

Government, in its ultimate form, is the biggest philanthropher based in the world. And Bill Gates also said that he could do a small part of what the government can do, which is business philanthropy, equalling people and making sure there is inclusiveness.

Homeschoolers are the ultimate do-it-yourselfers. They are self-motivated and self-directed, independent-minded and creative. They are not content to turn their education of their children over to the government.

When a country is at war we want Congressmen, regardless of party, to back up the government of the United States.

[I]n my own case at least I feel my professional need for freedom of speech and expression prejudices me toward a government whose constitution guarantees it.

Frankly I'd like to see the government get out of war altogether and leave the whole field to private industry.

Religion, too, is a weapon. What manner of weapon is religion when it becomes the government?

A republic, by which I mean a government in which the scheme of representation takes place, opens a different prospect and promises the cure for which we are seeking.

Father, would you make us more grateful for what you've given us in this country, and for the sacrifices of those who've spilled their blood. Would you make our government strong and keep us rooted in the faith of our forefathers. Help us to see our lives through eternal eyes and to realize that this life--though priceless--is but a vapor. And finally we ask...make us more like Christ, Father. No matter the cost.

Spending is not caring. Spending is what politicians do instead of caring. Spending more does not guarantee success. Politicians like to measure spending because it is easier than measuring actual metrics of accomplishment.

Things in our country run in spite of government, not by aid of it.