282 Quotes About Freedom-of-thought

In the Hindu religion, one can[not] have freedom of speech. A Hindu must surrender his freedom of speech. He must act according to the Vedas. If the Vedas do not support the actions, instructions must be sought from the Smritis, and if the Smritis fail to provide any such instructions, he must follow in the footsteps of the great men. He is not supposed to reason. Hence, so long as you are in the Hindu religion, you cannot expect to have freedom of thought

To be an American is to be accosted by bigotry and enmity for the rights that you were told to appreciate.

When you are no longer afraid is when you can be yourself.

It is not possible for others to keep us prisoners if we want to be free

It took me 30 years to realize that being fearless doesn't mean not being afraid, but remaining steadfast despite it.

Any system that facilitates allegiance to pedigree or popularity is a most disgusting stain upon the honor of a civilized society.

[Public] libraries should be open to all—except the censor.[Response to questionnaire in Saturday Review, October 29 1960]

War represents the seemingly endless conflict between governments seeking power and control versus individual persons seeking freedom and liberty.

Censorship is fear and Free Speech is bravery. The end.