Sic semper tyrannis
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Sic semper tyrannis is a Latin phrase meaning "thus always to tyrants". In contemporary parlance, it means tyrannical leaders will inevitably be overthrown. The phrase also suggests that bad but justified outcomes should, or eventually will, befall tyrants. It is the state motto of Virginia.
"Thus always to tyrants" redirects here. For the album, see Thus Always to Tyrants (album).