Written by a man who made huge strides for the progressive and radical movement in the UK AGAINST the conservatives over here. His harm principle is brilliant and I agree wholeheartedly with it - but unfortunately not the part of his principle in your sig.Originally Posted by makkyo
Better examples of his work are -
If all mankind minus one, were of one opinion, and only one person were of the contrary opinion, mankind would be no more justified in silencing that one person, than he, if he had the power, would be justified in silencing mankind.
and
The only freedom which deserves the name is that of pursuing our own good in our own way, so long as we do not attempt to deprive others of theirs, or impede their efforts to obtain it. Each is the proper guardian of his own health, whether bodily, or mental or spiritual. Mankind are greater gainers by suffering each other to live as seems good to themselves, than by compelling each to live as seems good to the rest.
Something a lot of conservatives - especially in the US - seem to forget/ignore/hold in contempt etc...
A great man who isn't done justice with your sig.
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