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NHG-P.779.005
9 Feb 1779:11,12 (1/51)
Rules for Preserving Liberty in a Republic.
1. Let elections be frequent.
. . . [10 other rules of democracy, government and politics]
11. The study of eloquence should be encouraged. For this
purpose orations, declarations, and pieces of music should
be composed, and delivered or performed on certain days, to
commemorate remarkable events, or to perpetuate the memory
of great men. The only time it is safe to praise the
saviour of a country is after his death.
. . . [1 other rule]
13. As virtue and true religion are the only basis of a
republic, the wisdom and power of the Legislature should be
perpetually exerted to promote good morals, and the fear and
worship of God among the people, and to suppress vice in
every shape, whether it appears in open drunkenness,
swearing or uncleanness, or in the more courtly forms of
horse racing, cockfighting, gaming, or stage entertainments.
[signed] Harrington
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