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“True freedom is the capacity for acting according to one's true character, to be altogether one's self, to be self-determined and not subject to outside coercion.”

Quote by Corliss Lamont

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Corliss Lamont
Corliss Lamont

Corliss Lamont (1902-1995) was an American philosopher, humanist, and peace activist who taught at Columbia University for decades. He was a prominent figure in the American humanist movement and a dedicated advocate for socialism and world peace. His seminal work "The Philosophy of Humanism" became a foundational text in the humanist movement, influencing generations of thinkers and activists committed to human reason and ethical progress. more

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