Thomas Jefferson Quote - Liberty Quotes Blog

"Were we directed from Washington
when to sow and when to reap,
we should soon want bread."

by:	Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826), US Founding Father, drafted the Declaration of Independence, 3rd US President
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Categories:	Freedom, Government, Independence, Liberty, President, Responsibility
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It doesn't get anymore accurate than that. -- Mike, Norwalk 1
Remember the Soviet Unions' famous "5 Year Plans" directed from the top down. They had to change it about every other year with a new 5 year plan , always better than the last one. -- jim k, austin tx
The Framers knew from the beginning Government was not the answer. We have to make sure the government knows this today. -- Ken, Spokane 1
The cry is getting louder ! The more intrusive government becomes, the brighter the light of Liberty shines. -- Ron w13, Or
Thomas Jefferson's quotes were full of astute wisdom for the ages. -- Mary - MI
That was then -- think about now! Even worse! -- E Archer, NYC
-- jim k, Austin
I truly love this fantastic quick and to the point quote from Thomas Jefferson. -- Mary, MI