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Quote by Voltaire on Control and Criticism

„If you want to know who controls you, look at who you are not allowed to criticize.“

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Voltaire, born François-Marie Arouet, was an 18th-century French philosopher, writer, and Enlightenment thinker known for his wit and advocacy of freedom of speech and tolerance.

This quote by Voltaire addresses power and freedom of expression in society.


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François-Marie Arouet (1694–1778), better known by his pen name Voltaire, was a leading figure of the Enlightenment. His works include philosophy, plays, essays, and letters. Voltaire passionately defended human rights, criticized religion, and advocated freedom of expression, making him a pivotal figure in European intellectual history.

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