Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

What rights are those that dare not resist for them?

What rights are those that dare not resist for them?

Summary

This quote suggests that rights hold little value if individuals do not assert them or stand up for them when they are threatened or violated. It questions the significance of having rights if people are not bold enough to resist anyone or any force that tries to suppress or infringe upon those rights. It highlights the importance of actively defending and fighting for one's rights in order to ensure their preservation and effectiveness.

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By Alfred Lord Tennyson

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