Civil liberties Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“Those Who Sacrifice Liberty For Security Deserve Neither.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, attributed to Benjamin Franklin, 18th century
Freedom and security are mutually exclusive; sacrificing liberty for safety yields neither.
In simple terms: Giving up freedom for safety loses both.
Key Takeaway
Protect liberty, question security trade‑offs.
Themes
freedom
security
politics
Mood
concern
hopeful
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- government policy
- public health crises
- surveillance debates
- emergency legislation
Key Concepts
social contract
civil liberties
state power
Questions to Reflect On
- Is any security worth losing freedom?
- How can societies balance safety and liberty?
A Different Perspective
Security measures can sometimes preserve liberty if designed wisely.
