Quote by Frederic Bastiat

In short, is not liberty the freedom of every person to make full use of his faculties, so long as he does not harm other persons while doing so?

In short, is not liberty the freedom of every person to make

Summary

This quote suggests that personal freedom or liberty should be defined as the ability to fully utilize one's abilities and capacities, as long as no harm is caused to others in the process. It emphasizes the importance of individual autonomy and indicates that true liberty lies in the absence of restrictions that impede personal development or harm others. This perspective highlights the balance between personal freedom and the responsibility to avoid infringing upon the rights and well-being of others.

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