The most dangerous man to any government is the man who is able to think things out for himself, without regard to the prevailing superstitions and taboos. (H. L. Mencken)

The most dangerous man to any government is the man who is able to think things out for himself, without regard to the prevailing superstitions and taboos.

H. L. Mencken

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