Quote by Friedrich Durrenmatt

Before anything else, we need a new age of Enlightenment. Our present political systems must relinquish their claims on truth, justice and freedom and have to replace them with the search for truth, justice, freedom and reason.

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This quote highlights the need for a radical shift in the way we approach governance and societal values. It suggests that existing political systems should let go of their assertion of possessing absolute truth, justice, and freedom, and instead focus on actively seeking these ideals through reason and critical thinking. By embracing the principles of truth, justice, freedom, and reason as ongoing pursuits rather than fixed ideologies, we pave the way for an enlightened society that continuously evolves and strives for progress.

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