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Interesting. So he wasn't saying what people today think he was saying.

Let me fix it:

Those who would sacrifice freedom for temporary security will eventually lose both and deserve neither.

- me, 2021

Doesn't quite carry the same weight with my name behind it, but I stand by it nonetheless.




I agree with your sentiment, in part, but I see this quote used in this context so often, that I felt that it's worth pointing out.


Yes, it was interesting to read about the historical context, thanks for pointing it out. I also think the contemporary interpretation of literature, or a quote in this case, often matters more than what the author originally intended - it can take on a life of its own.




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