Maxioms by John Stuart Mill
That which seems the height of absurdity in one generation often becomes the height of wisdom in the next.
That which seems the height of absurdity in one generation often becomes the height of wisdom in the next.
A party of order or stability, and a party of progress or reform, are both necessary elements of a healthy read more
A party of order or stability, and a party of progress or reform, are both necessary elements of a healthy state of political life.
Men are men before they are lawyers, or physicians, or merchants, or manufacturers; and if you make them capable and read more
Men are men before they are lawyers, or physicians, or merchants, or manufacturers; and if you make them capable and sensible men, they will make themselves capable and sensible lawyers or physicians.
The only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community against his will read more
The only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community against his will is to prevent harm to others.
One person with a belief is equal to a force of ninety-nine who have only interests.
One person with a belief is equal to a force of ninety-nine who have only interests.