If one harbours anywhere in one's mind a nationalistic loyalty or hatred, certain facts, although in a sense known to be true, are inadmissible.
George OrwellRead
Freedom is the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Freedom includes the ability to express unpopular opinions.
This quote by George Orwell highlights the essential role of free speech in a democratic society. It emphasizes that true freedom is not merely about expressing agreeable ideas, but also about having the courage to voice unpopular or uncomfortable truths, even if they may be met with resistance or disapproval from others.
Themes
FreedomSpeechTruthExpressionDemocracyUnpopular
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in discussions about the importance of free speech on college campuses.
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