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“The state ought not to intervene to prevent individuals from doing things that not only are no risk to others but are of no risk to themselves either.” quote by Jacob Rees-Mogg
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“The state ought not to intervene to prevent individuals from doing things that not only are no risk to others but are of no risk to themselves either.”

Jacob Rees-Mogg

About This Quote

Advocates minimal state interference when actions pose no risk to self or others.

In simple terms: Limited government when no risk involved.

Key Takeaway

Support personal freedom.

Themes

government freedom risk

Mood

analytical neutral

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • business regulation
  • personal choices
  • public policy
  • health decisions

Key Concepts

libertarianism non‑interventionism

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should the state act?
  • What defines “no risk”?
A Different Perspective

Risk assessment can be subjective.

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