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There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human dut
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"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences"

- P. J. O'Rourke

About this Quote

This quote by P. J. O'Rourke suggests that the only fundamental right that humans have is the right to do whatever they want. This right is accompanied by an obligation to accept the repercussions of their actions. This implies that people have the liberty to make their own choices, but need to also want to accept the outcomes of those choices. This quote highlights the importance of personal responsibility and the repercussions of our actions. It also recommends that we should bear in mind our decisions and the possible outcomes. Eventually, this quote motivates us to take ownership of our choices and be prepared to face the effects.

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P. J. O'Rourke This quote is written / told by P. J. O'Rourke somewhere between November 14, 1947 and today. He was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 43 other quotes.

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