Quote by George Orwell

Freedom is the freedom to say that two plus two make four. If that is granted, all else follows.

Freedom is the freedom to say that two plus two make four. I

Summary

This quote by George Orwell emphasizes the importance of intellectual freedom. By stating that the freedom to state a basic mathematical fact, such as two plus two make four, is vital, Orwell suggests that without the ability to express and acknowledge fundamental truths, all other freedoms become meaningless or compromised. It symbolizes the notion that truth and logic are the foundation of any society's freedom, and any attempts to subvert or control these truths will lead to the erosion of individual rights and ultimately a loss of personal liberty.

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By George Orwell

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