Quote by Anatole France

No government ought to be without censors and where the press is free, no one ever will. Chance is the pseudonym of God when he did not want to sign.

No government ought to be without censors and where the pres

Summary

This quote highlights the necessity of having checks and balances in a government. It emphasizes the role of censorship in ensuring a free press and the importance of transparency. By suggesting that chance is a pseudonym used by God to remain anonymous, the quote alludes to the idea that individuals in positions of power may deliberately try to conceal their actions or intentions. Ultimately, the quote suggests that a government without any form of censorship and a free press is unlikely to exist, as it would allow for a lack of accountability.

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