Absolute freedom of the press to discuss public questions is a foundation stone of American liberty.
Herbert HooverRead
Honest difference of views and honest debate are not disunity. They are the vital process of policy among free men.
Interpretation
Healthy debate and differing opinions are essential in a free society.
This quote by Herbert Hoover emphasizes the importance of differing viewpoints and discussions in the decision-making process within a free society. Rather than viewing disagreement as a divisive force, it underscores that such honest debates are essential for generating policy and fostering progress, reflecting the vitality of democratic principles.
In practice
In a discussion about politics, one might quote this to emphasize the need for diverse opinions.
Absolute freedom of the press to discuss public questions is a foundation stone of American liberty.
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Blessed are the young for they shall inherit the national debt.
Peace is not made at the council table or by treaties, but in the hearts of men.
Words without actions are the assassins of idealism.
There is no more cruel illusion than that war makes a people richer.
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The correct description is that we try every day to become more humble when we talk about divinity, we try to realize how little we know and how open minded we should be. It's self centered to think that human beings, as limited as we are, can describe divinity.
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