Quote by Henry Ward Beecher

The real democratic American idea is, not that every man shall be on a level with every other man, but that every man shall have liberty to be what God made him, without hindrance.

The real democratic American idea is, not that every man sha

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This quote by Henry Ward Beecher highlights the essence of the American democratic idea. It suggests that true democracy does not aim to create absolute equality among individuals, but rather encourages every person to have the freedom to be their true selves without any barriers or restrictions. It emphasizes the importance of individual liberty and the belief that everyone should have the opportunity to fulfill their potential and live their lives according to their own abilities and aspirations.

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