Concern Quote by William O. Douglas
“What a man thinks is no concern of the government.”
About This Quote
Source Court Opinion: United States v. Miller, 1958
Government should not intrude into personal thoughts; thoughts are private.
In simple terms: Government cannot control what you think.
Protect mental privacy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- online privacy
- surveillance
- free speech
- personal journaling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What thoughts deserve protection?
- How do laws safeguard mental autonomy?
Balancing security and privacy is complex.