Quote by Dean Acheson

No people in history have ever survived who thought they could protect their freedom by making themselves inoffensive to their enemies.

No people in history have ever survived who thought they cou

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This quote emphasizes the importance of not compromise one's freedom in order to appease their enemies. It suggests that throughout history, those who have attempted to protect their freedom by being passive or inoffensive to their adversaries have ultimately not survived. The quote implies that true freedom requires standing up for one's beliefs and principles, even if it means facing opposition or conflict. It serves as a reminder that maintaining freedom requires courage, resilience, and the willingness to defend one's rights and values.

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