CORRUPTIOn quotes
Corrupt influence is itself the perennial spring of all prodigality, and of all disorder; it loads us more than millions of debt; takes away vigor from our arms, wisdom from our councils, and every shadow of authority and credit from the most venerable parts of our constitution.
O that estates, degrees, and offices were not derived corruptly, and that clear honor were purchased by the merit of the wearer.
The corruptions of the country are closely allied to those of the town, with no difference but what is made by another mode of thought and living.
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