Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes

The very aim and end of our institutions is just this: that we may thing what we like and say what we think.

The very aim and end of our institutions is just this: that

Summary

This quote encapsulates the fundamental purpose of institutions within a democratic society. It highlights that the ultimate goal of such institutions is to foster freedom of thought and expression. By emphasizing the right to think and speak freely, it underscores the importance of individual autonomy and the role institutions play in safeguarding and promoting these basic human rights. This quote serves as a reminder of the inherent value of open dialogue and the freedom to express one's beliefs, which are crucial for the flourishing of a democratic society.

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Speech (freedom Of)

By Oliver Wendell Holmes

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