Quote by Ramsey Clark

A right is not what someone gives you, it's what no one can take away from you.

A right is not what someone gives you, it's what no one can

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This quote emphasizes that a right is not something granted by others but is inherent to individuals. It implies that rights are not gifts or privileges that can be given or taken away by another person or institution. Instead, it highlights that rights are intrinsic to individuals and should be protected and respected by society and its governing bodies. They serve as fundamental entitlements that cannot be stripped away under any circumstances.

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