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What does Jefferson mean when he says the tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants?

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Answer: Freedom isn’t free and to get it you must fight/it must be fought for

Explanation: Jefferson wasn't fond of big government, he was a "power to the people" person

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