"Individual rights are the means of subordinating society to moral law"
- Ayn Rand
About this Quote
This quote by Ayn Rand suggests that specific rights are the foundation of a moral society. She thinks that by securing private rights, society has the ability to stick to a values. This means that individuals have the right to make their own decisions and pursue their own interests, as long as they do not infringe on the rights of others. This permits individuals to be free to pursue their own goals and aspirations, while still appreciating the rights of others. By protecting private rights, society is able to keep a moral code and ensure that everybody is treated fairly and equally. This quote highlights the importance of safeguarding specific rights in order to guarantee a moral society.
This quote is written / told by Ayn Rand between February 2, 1905 and March 6, 1982. She was a famous Writer from Russia.
The author also have 46 other quotes.
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