Fear Quote by Joseph Sobran

“The attempt to silence a man is the greatest honor you can bestow on him. It means that you recognize his superiority to yourself.” quote by Joseph Sobran — Download Open image

“The attempt to silence a man is the greatest honor you can bestow on him. It means that you recognize his superiority to yourself.”

Joseph Sobran

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