Quote by David Allan Coe

Freedom cannot be given... It can only be taken away.

Freedom cannot be given... It can only be taken away.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that freedom is not something that can be granted or consecrated by others. True freedom is a personal right and cannot be bestowed upon someone as a gift. It implies that people must actively fight for their freedom and preserve it, as any attempts by others to restrict or suppress it can only be effective until individuals surrender and allow it to be taken away. In essence, this quote underscores the importance of claiming and protecting one's own freedom rather than relying solely on the benevolence or authority of others.

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