No man can be subject to any laws, excepting those which have received the assent of himself or his representatives and which are promulgated beforehand and applied legally.
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If you were lost for America, there is nobody who could keep the army and the revolution [going] for six months.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the critical role of unity and leadership in sustaining a revolution.
Marquis De Lafayette's quote reflects on the importance of a cohesive leadership and support system during the American Revolution. He emphasizes that without a strong sense of purpose and commitment among the leaders and the people, efforts to achieve freedom and independence could easily falter, suggesting that unity is essential for enduring struggles and achieving significant goals.
Themes
LeadershipUnityRevolutionStrengthCommitment
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a speech about teamwork in activist movements.
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Insurrection is the most sacred of rights and the most indispensable of duties.
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True republicanism is the sovereignty of the people. There are natural and imprescriptible rights which an entire nation has no right to violate.
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The affairs of America I shall ever look upon as my first business whilst I am in Europe. Any confidence from the king and ministers, any popularity I may have among my own countrymen, any means in my power, shall be, to the best of my skill, and till the end of my life, exerted in behalf of an interest I have so much at heart.
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The exercise of natural rights has no limits but such as will ensure their enjoyment to other members of society.
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