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Robert Jackson

Freedom to differ is not limited to things that do not matter mush. That would be a mere shadow of freedom. The test of its substance is the right to differ as to things that touch the heart of the existing order.

Robert Jackson

Freedom

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True freedom means being allowed to disagree even on important and fundamental issues, not just on trivial matters. The real value of freedom is shown when people can challenge core beliefs or systems without restriction.

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