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Censors Quote by Anatole France

“No government ought to be without censors; and where the press is free, no one ever will. Chance is the pseudonym of God when he did not want to sign.” quote by Anatole France
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“No government ought to be without censors; and where the press is free, no one ever will. Chance is the pseudonym of God when he did not want to sign.”

Anatole France

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Role of Censors, 1900

Argues that without censorship, free press leads to chaos; likens chance to a deity’s pseudonym.

In simple terms: Censorship prevents chaos; chance is divine.

Key Takeaway

Balance freedom and order.

Themes

freedom censorship chance

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • media policy
  • ethical debate
  • philosophical discourse

Key Concepts

political theory determinism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is censorship ever justified?
  • How does chance influence events?
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