Quote by Giuseppe Mazzini

The republic, as I at least understand it, means association, of which liberty is only an element, a necessary antecedent. It means association, a new philosophy of life, a divine Ideal that shall move the world, the only means of regeneration vouchsafed to the human race.

The republic, as I at least understand it, means association

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In this quote, the author posits that the concept of the republic goes beyond just the notion of liberty. They explain that the republic is a form of association centered around a new philosophy of life, an ideal that has the power to transform the world. The author suggests that this association is the only way for humanity to experience regeneration and progress.

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