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“If when I am libelled I take no notice, the world believes the libel. If I sue, I have to pay about one hundred pounds' costs for the privilege, and gain the smallest coin the country knows for recompense.”

Quote by Charles Bradlaugh

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Charles Bradlaugh
Charles Bradlaugh

Charles Bradlaugh, a British politician born on September 26, 1833, and died on January 30, 1891, was a prominent atheist and liberal. He served as a Member of Parliament, advocating for social reforms and the promotion of education. more

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