The word liberty has been falsely used by persons who, being degenerately profligate in private life, and mischievous … - Tacitus

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My films seem to be better understood and better received by the monthly publications. On television the first reactions are usually unfavorable.

Tacitus

The word liberty has been falsely used by persons who, being degenerately profligate in private life, and mischievous in public, had no hope left but in fomenting discord.

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Men are more ready to repay an injury than a benefit, because gratitude is a burden and revenge a pleasure

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Augustus gradually increased his powers, taking over those of the senate, the executives and the laws. The aristocracy received wealth and position in proportion to their willingness to accept slavery. The state had been transformed, and the old Roman character gone for ever. Equality among citizens was completely abandoned. All now waited on the imperial command.

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The more numerous the laws, the more corrupt the government.

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Crime, once exposed, has no refuge but in audacity.

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The lust for power, for dominating others, inflames the heart more than any other passion.

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