"An evil exists that threatens every man, woman
and child of this great nation. We must take steps
to insure our domestic security and protect our
homeland."
-- Adolf Hitler, on the creation of the Gestapo in 1922
This quote gives me shivers. Clear warning that you can take security and the measures instituted to secure it too far.
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-Senator Padme Amidala, Star Wars Episode III
The desire for "security" can be a very dangerous thing.
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safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
-- Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790), Letter to Josiah Quincy, Sept. 11, 1773.
Those who desire to give up freedom in order to gain security will not have, nor do they deserve, either one.
-- President Thomas Jefferson. 1743-1826
Had Jefferson read Franklin's letter?
I am in awe of the Star Wars quote. :)
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