Quote by Emma Goldman

The State is the altar of political freedom and, like the religious altar, it is maintained for the purpose of human sacrifice.

The State is the altar of political freedom and, like the re

Summary

This quote suggests that the State, analogous to a religious altar, acts as a symbolic platform for the preservation of political freedom. However, it portrays the maintenance of the State as an instrument that requires sacrifices through implicit or visible means. It implies that individuals may have to surrender certain liberties or make sacrifices in order to uphold the concept of political freedom, similar to how religious individuals offer sacrifices on an altar. Ultimately, this quote highlights the idea that maintaining political freedom often involves making trade-offs or compromising fundamental rights and values.

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By Emma Goldman

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