Coercion Quote by Ezra Taft Benson

“Freedom is an eternal principle. Heaven disapproves of force, coercion and intimidation. Only a free people can be truly a happy people.” quote by Ezra Taft Benson — Download Open image

“Freedom is an eternal principle. Heaven disapproves of force, coercion and intimidation. Only a free people can be truly a happy people.”

Ezra Taft Benson

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