Quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

People demand freedom only when they have no power.

People demand freedom only when they have no power.

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals tend to demand freedom only when they feel powerless or oppressed in some way. When people have the power and control to make decisions and live as they wish, they may not emphasize the importance of freedom. However, when individuals feel restricted or oppressed by external forces or limitations, their desire for freedom becomes more apparent. It implies that freedom is often valued and fought for when it is absent or diminished in one's life.

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By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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