“Since there is no such entity as 'the public,' since the public is merely a number of individuals, the idea that 'the public interest' supersedes private interests and rights can have but one meaning: that the interests and rights of some individuals take precedence over the interests and rights of others.”
Quote by Ayn Rand
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The Voice of Reason: Essays in Objectivist Thought
This book compiles a series of essays that delve into the philosophy of Objectivism, offering insights into its core tenets and applications. more
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