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The legitimate powers of government extend to such acts only as are injurious to others.

Thomas Jefferson (1854). “The Writings of Thomas Jefferson: Inaugural addresses and messages. Replies to public addresses. Indian addresses. Miscellaneous: 1. Notes on Virginia; 2. Biographical sketches of distinguished men; 3. The batture of New Orleans”, p.400
The legitimate powers of government extend to such acts only as are injurious to others.