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Limit Quotes by H. L. Mencken
- When fanatics are on top there is no limit to oppression.
- It is the theory of all modern civilized governments that they protect and foster the liberty of the citizen; it is the practice of all…
- I believe there is a limit beyond which free speech cannot go, but it's a limit that's very seldom mentioned. It's the point where free…
- The worst government is often the most moral. One composed of cynics is often very tolerant and humane. But when fanatics are on top there…
- I believe in only one thing and that thing is human liberty. If ever a man is to achieve anything like dignity, it can happen…
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