Because Roman civilization perished through barbarian invasions, we are perhaps too much — Alexis de Tocqueville
When a monarchy gradually transforms itself into a republic, the executive power — Alexis de Tocqueville
The Americans make associations to give entertainment, to found seminaries, to build — Alexis de Tocqueville
In the United States the sovereign authority is religious, and consequently hypocrisy — Alexis de Tocqueville
The more government takes the place of associations, the more will individuals — Alexis de Tocqueville
In countries where associations are free, secret societies are unknown. In America — Alexis de Tocqueville