For in reason, all government without the consent of the governed is the very definition of slavery

For in reason, all government without the consent of the governed is the very definition of slavery

Jonathan Swift, the renowned satirist and author of works such as "Gulliver's Travels" and "A Modest Proposal," was a staunch advocate for individual rights and freedoms. His writings often critiqued the oppressive nature of government and the ways in which it could infringe upon the liberties of its citizens. One of Swift's most famous quotes, "For in reason, all government without the consent of the governed is the very definition of slavery," encapsulates his belief in the importance of consent and autonomy in governance.