Breadth Quote by Richard Brinsley Sheridan
“Give them a corrupt House of Lords, give them a venal House of Commons, give they a tyrannical Prince, give them a truckling court, and let me have but an unfettered press. I will defy them to encroach a hair's breadth upon the liberties of England.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Satire, late 18th century, England
A critique of corrupt institutions, demanding a free press as the last safeguard of liberty.
In simple terms: Freedom of the press protects liberty against corrupt power.
Key Takeaway
Protect press independence.
Themes
politics
freedom
corruption
Mood
defiant
critical
Type
political
satirical
When to use this quote
- journalism
- political activism
- public discourse
- legislative reform
Key Concepts
liberty
media independence
government accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- What role should the press play in holding power accountable?
- How can societies ensure true press freedom?
A Different Perspective
Even a free press can be manipulated by those in power.
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