The greatest danger to the freedom of thought and discussion is not the government, but the tyranny of the majority.
Utilitarianism, liberty
On Liberty, Chapter I (paraphrased, but captures the essence of his argument)
1859
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Humorous"Individual spontaneity is entitled to free exercise."
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Strange & Unusual"All errors which are likely to do harm, are the proper objects of animadversion, and may be justly censured."
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