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A man who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is
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"A man who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself"

- John Stuart Mill

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This quote by John Stuart Mill speaks with the value of fighting for something greater than oneself. It recommends that a person who hesitates to fight for something more vital than their own safety is a miserable animal and will not be free unless somebody else defend them. This quote stresses the importance of defending what is ideal and defending the liberty of others. It recommends that it is the obligation of those who are able to defend the liberty of those who can not. It likewise implies that liberty is not something that can be considered given, but must be actively fought for and defended. This quote acts as a pointer that liberty is not something that can be considered approved, however need to be actively defended and defended. It is a call to action for those who are able to defend the freedom of those who can not.

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John Stuart Mill This quote is written / told by John Stuart Mill between May 20, 1806 and May 8, 1873. He was a famous Philosopher from England. The author also have 44 other quotes.

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