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Quote from Craig R. Smith,


"Protection of political speech advanced two important democratic goals: 1) an informed citizenry that would be capable of making educated decisions on matters of public concern, and 2) a free and open marketplace of ideas wherein the truth would ultimately prevail… Only through a vigorous and spirited public debate could citizens be educated about the actions of their government and react responsibly."


By:

Craig R. Smith (more quotes by Craig R. Smith or books by/about Craig R. Smith)

Source:

All Speech Is Created Equal, 1986

Categories:

Government, Truth, Speech, Citizenship, Intelligence, Free Market, Free Thought, Debate, Education, Responsibility

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