Freedom of Speech and Silence – Quote by Murray Rothbard

„The freedom to speak is meaningless without the corollary freedom to keep silent.“

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Murray Rothbard was an American economist, historian, and political philosopher known for his contributions to libertarian theory and anarcho-capitalism.

The quote emphasizes that freedom of speech also includes the right to remain silent and not make a statement.


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Murray Newton Rothbard (1926–1995) was an American economist, historian, and political philosopher considered one of the leading figures in anarcho-capitalism and the libertarian movement. He was a prominent critic of government intervention in economy and society and authored numerous influential works on free market economics, monetary theory, and political philosophy.

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