Quote by Eisenhower on Freedom, Tyranny, and Censorship

„But we know that freedom cannot be served by the devices of the tyrant. As it is an ancient truth that freedom cannot be legislated into existence, so it is no less obvious that freedom cannot be censored into existence. And any who act as if freedoms defenses are to be found in suppression and suspicion and fear confess a doctrine that is alien to America.“

Dwight D. EisenhowerEisenhower on the incompatibility of freedom with tyranny and censorship as core principles of American democracy.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower was the 34th President of the United States and a prominent American general during World War II.

Eisenhower emphasizes the incompatibility of freedom with tyranny, censorship, and fear, presenting freedom as a fundamental American value.


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Eisenhower quote about freedom, tyranny, censorship, and the defense of liberty

Dwight David Eisenhower (1890–1969) was an American general and statesman who served as the 34th President of the United States from 1953 to 1961. He was the Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in Europe during World War II and played a pivotal role in the D-Day invasion. As president, he prioritized the promotion of science and technology and the preservation of democratic principles in policy-making.

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