Dare Quote by Billy Sunday
“I dare not exercise personal liberty if it infringes on the liberty of others.”
About This Quote
One should not claim freedom that harms others' freedom.
In simple terms: Freedom must respect others' rights.
Key Takeaway
Practice liberty that coexists with others' rights.
Themes
freedom
ethics
social responsibility
rights
community
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- public policy
- community organizing
- personal decisions
- business practices
Key Concepts
political philosophy
ethics
civil rights
Questions to Reflect On
- When does personal liberty conflict with others?
- How can we protect both individual and communal freedoms?
A Different Perspective
Balancing personal liberty with collective good can be complex.
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![“We built [socialistic society] for the sake of real personal liberty, liberty without quotation marks.” quote by Joseph Stalin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d79/joseph-stalin-1734_built_we-built-socialistic-society-for-the-sak_254331.jpg)
