Disappearing civilizations quote

[barfife]

I saw a special recently on great civilizations that disappeared (Myans, Romans, etc). Today I saw this interesting quote.

"The budget should be balanced, the Treasury should be refilled, public debt should be reduced, the arrogance of officialdom should be tempered and controlled, and the assistance to foreign lands should be curtailed lest Rome become bankrupt. People must again learn to work, instead of living on public assistance." Cicero - 55 BC

Sounds surprisingly familiar.

[Matt In Oklahoma]

There is alot added to his true quote brother. It wasnt that. Thats internet quoting.

"The arrogance of officialdom should be tempered and controlled, and assistance to foreign hands should be curtailed, lest Rome fall."