Quote by Pierre Elliott Trudeau

The state has no business in the bedrooms of the nation.

The state has no business in the bedrooms of the nation.

Summary

This quote suggests that the government should not be involved in regulating or interfering with the personal and private lives of its citizens, specifically regarding their sexual behaviors and relationships. It proposes that matters of intimacy and personal choices should be left to the discretion and autonomy of individuals rather than being subjected to governmental control or oversight. The quote serves as a reminder of the importance of personal freedom and privacy that should be cherished and protected by the state.

By Pierre Elliott Trudeau

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