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Absolute power corrupts even when exercised for humane purposes. The benevolent despot who sees himself as a shepherd of the read more
Absolute power corrupts even when exercised for humane purposes. The benevolent despot who sees himself as a shepherd of the people still demands from others the submissiveness of sheep.
The first duty of society is to give each of its members the possibility of fulfilling his destiny. When it read more
The first duty of society is to give each of its members the possibility of fulfilling his destiny. When it becomes incapable of performing this duty it must be transformed. - Reflections on Life.
In a democracy, dissent is an act of faith.
In a democracy, dissent is an act of faith.
We have a solution for war. It is to expand the sphere of liberty.
We have a solution for war. It is to expand the sphere of liberty.
The tendency of democracies is, in all things, to mediocrity, since the tastes, knowledge, and principles of the majority form read more
The tendency of democracies is, in all things, to mediocrity, since the tastes, knowledge, and principles of the majority form the tribunal of appeal.
Canada has never been a melting pot; more like a tossed salad.
Canada has never been a melting pot; more like a tossed salad.
No one ever heard of the truth being enforced by law. Whenever the secular arm is called in to sustain read more
No one ever heard of the truth being enforced by law. Whenever the secular arm is called in to sustain an idea, whether new or old, it is always a bad idea, and not infrequently it is downright idiotic.
The best defense against usurpatory government is an assertive citizenry.
The best defense against usurpatory government is an assertive citizenry.
The problem with political jokes is they get elected.
The problem with political jokes is they get elected.
