Quote by James McGreevey

The arc of American history almost inevitably moves toward freedom. Whether it's Lincoln and the Emancipation Proclamation, the expansion of women's rights or, now, gay rights, I think there is an almost-inevitable march toward greater civil liberties.

The arc of American history almost inevitably moves toward f

Summary

This quote suggests that throughout American history, there has been an undeniable progression towards freedom and the expansion of civil liberties. It highlights significant milestones such as the Emancipation Proclamation, women's rights movement, and advancements in gay rights as evidence of this continuous march towards greater liberty. The quote asserts that this trend is almost-inevitable, indicating a strong belief in the direction that American society is moving towards, towards ever-increasing freedom and civil liberties.

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Freedom

By James McGreevey

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