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“The deadliest foe of democracy is not autocracy but liberty frenzied. Liberty is not foolproof. For its beneficent working it demands self-restraint, a sane and clear recognition of the practical and attainable, and of the fact that there are laws of nature which are beyond our power to change.”

Quote by Otto Hermann Kahn

Book:Frenzied liberty: the myth of
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Frenzied liberty: the myth of

This book delves into the complex nature of liberty, examining the societal and philosophical implications of unrestricted freedom and the myths surrounding it. more

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Otto Hermann Kahn
Otto Hermann Kahn

Otto Hermann Kahn was a prominent German banker, born on February 21, 1867, and died on March 29, 1934. He held a significant position in the German banking industry and served in various senior roles in multiple banks. more

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