Quote by John Milton

License they mean when they cry liberty.

License they mean when they cry liberty.

Summary

This quote implies that people often use the term "liberty" as a guise to obtain personal benefits or privileges. It suggests that behind their cries for freedom, these individuals are actually seeking permission or authorization to engage in certain actions. In a broader context, the quote suggests that people might manipulate the concept of liberty for their own interests rather than genuinely advocating for true freedom and justice.

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Liberty

By John Milton

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