The people are the government, administering it by their

The people are the government, administering it by their agents; they are the government, the sovereign power.

📖 Andrew Jackson

🌍 American | 👨‍💼 President

🎂 March 15, 1767 – ⚰️ June 8, 1845

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This quote by Andrew Jackson eloquently captures the fundamental principle of democratic governance — that the power and authority of the government derive directly from the people. It underscores a vital truth: government officials and institutions are, at their core, agents acting on behalf of the citizens. This reminds us that sovereignty truly rests with the populace and not with any individual leader or bureaucratic entity. In contemporary political discussions, this...

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