Those who own the country ought to govern it. John Jay

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At one level this is a silly debate — of course we want democracy. But John Jay’s statement reflects a stark reality about the rise of the billionaire — trillionaire? — class. John Jay is one of the founding fathers, the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and the 2nd Governor of New York. His quote may sound a bit “on the nose,” but there’s a lot of evidence that it’s the simple truth — not an aspiration. The second quote reminds us of the huge role of money in our political process. It tells us that there’s no point in trying to keep money out of politics. The only real solution is to fight inequality. Ceramic• 11 oz mug dimensions: 3.79″ (9.6 cm) in height, 3.25″ (8.3 cm) in diameter• Lead and BPA-free material• Colored rim, inside, and handle• Dishwasher and microwave safeThis product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! Show more