Quote by Bernard Baruch

The greatest blessing of our democracy is freedom. But in the last analysis, our only freedom is the freedom to discipline ourselves.

The greatest blessing of our democracy is freedom. But in th

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This quote highlights the importance of freedom within a democracy, acknowledging it as a significant blessing. However, it also emphasizes that true freedom can only be attained through self-discipline. It implies that in order to fully exercise our freedom, we must possess the ability to control and regulate our own actions, choices, and behaviors. This perspective suggests that self-discipline is the key to truly making the most of our democratic freedom while ensuring its preservation for everyone in society.

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