Quote by Herbert Marcuse

Self-determination, the autonomy of the individual, asserts itself in the right to race his automobile, to handle his power tools, to buy a gun, to communicate to mass audiences his opinion, no matter how ignorant, how aggressive, it may be.

Self-determination, the autonomy of the individual, asserts

Summary

This quote highlights the concept of self-determination and individual autonomy. It suggests that individuals should have the freedom to engage in various activities such as driving a car, using power tools, owning a gun, and expressing their opinions publicly, regardless of the potential risks or ignorance associated with those actions. It emphasizes the importance of personal freedoms and choices, even when they may be aggressive or uninformed.

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Independence

By Herbert Marcuse

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