Tom Smothers quotes

Red meat is not really bad for a person. Now, blue-green meat - that's damaging of you! (Tom Smothers)
The only valid censorship of ideas is the right of people not to listen. View quote
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When you don't know what you're talking about, it's hard to know when you're finished. View quote
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The ultimate censorship is the flick of the dial. View quote
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Freedom of expression and freedom of speech aren't really important unless they're heard. The freedom of hearing is as important as the freedom of speaking. View quote
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It's hard for me to stay silent when I keep hearing that peace is only attainable through war. There's nothing more scary than watching ignorance in action. View quote
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They ought to put an amendment to the First Amendment that says there shall also be freedom of hearing. View quote
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I found out that I couldn't have a nervous breakdown. I tried a couple of times, but it just didn't work out. My mind, my body wouldn't let me. View quote
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We were against the war in Vietnam and for voter registration and social issues. Everybody has their choices, and the obligation of a comedian is first to entertain. And if you're so inclined, and you have some bigger thought, make sure you express it, because that's a gift. View quote
Tom Smothers

Tom Smothers

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Occupation: American Comedian
Born: February 2, 1937
Died: December 26, 2023
Quotes count: 9