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“The true test of liberty is the right to test it, the right to question it, the right to speak to my neighbors, to grab them by the shoulders and look into their eyes and ask, “Are we free?” I have thought that if we are free, the answer cannot hurt us. And if we are not free, must we not hear the answer?”

Quote by Gerry Spence

Book:Give Me Liberty: Freeing Ourselves in the Twenty-First Century

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Give Me Liberty: Freeing Ourselves in the Twenty-First Century

This book delves into the concept of liberty and its significance in the context of the twenty-first century, examining various aspects of personal and collective freedom. more

Author

Gerry Spence is an American lawyer renowned for his defense skills in criminal trials. Born on January 8, 1929, he is a widely influential figure in the legal community. more

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