Those who profess outrageous zeal for the liberty and prosperity of their country, and at the same time infringe her laws, affront her religion and d… - Soame Jenyns

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Those who profess outrageous zeal for the liberty and prosperity of their country, and at the same time infringe her laws, affront her religion and debauch her people, are but despicable quacks.

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Soame Jenyns (1 January 1704 – 18 December 1787) was an English writer and Member of Parliament.

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