Quote by H. L. Mencken

All government, of course, is against liberty.

All government, of course, is against liberty.

Summary

This quote suggests that all types of government inherently oppose the concept of liberty. It implies that governments tend to impose regulations, laws, and restrictions on individuals, limiting their freedom and autonomy. The statement can be seen as a reflection of a skeptical viewpoint about the role and nature of governmental institutions, suggesting that they tend to curtail or suppress individual liberties rather than protect or enhance them.

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By H. L. Mencken

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