The public good is the object of all true patriots and state... - John Locke

"The public good is the object of all true patriots and statesmen."

John Locke Leadership

Philosopher, Political Theorist English 1632–1704

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"Reading furnishes the mind only with materials of knowledge; it is thinking that makes what we read ours."

"All wealth is the product of labor."

"Freedom is not freedom to do what you like, but freedom to do what you ought."

"The great end of men's actions is some good."

"A leader must be fair and just."

"Integrity is everything."

"One must take responsibility for one's environment."

"In this house, I make the decisions"