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I regard the principle of conscription of life as a flat contradiction of all our cherished ideals of individual freedom
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"I regard the principle of conscription of life as a flat contradiction of all our cherished ideals of individual freedom, democratic liberty and Christian teaching"

- Roger Nash Baldwin

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This quote by Roger Nash Baldwin speaks with the concept of conscription of life, or the required enlistment of citizens into military service. Baldwin is revealing his opposition to this practice, as he thinks it is an infraction of individual liberty, democratic liberty, and Christian mentor. He is suggesting that conscription of life is antithetical to the worths of liberty, democracy, and Christianity. He is likewise suggesting that conscription of life is a form of oppression, as it requires people to serve in the military against their will. Baldwin's quote is a powerful statement versus the practice of conscription of life, and acts as a suggestion of the significance of safeguarding specific liberty and democratic liberty.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Roger Nash Baldwin between January 21, 1884 and August 26, 1981. He/she was a famous Activist from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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