Quote by Hugo Black
In my view, far from deserving condemnation for their courageous r

In my view, far from deserving condemnation for their courageous reporting, the New York Times, the Washington Post and other newspapers should be commended for serving the purpose that the Founding Fathers saw so clearly. – Hugo Black

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Criticism of government finds sanctuary in several portions of the 1st Amendment. It is part of the right of free speech. It embraces freedom of the press. – Hugo Black

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Freedom
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When I was 40, my doctor advised me that a man in his 40s shouldnt play tennis. I heeded his advice carefully and could hardly wait until I reached 50 to start again. – Hugo Black

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Sports
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The Framers of the Constitution knew that free speech is the friend of change and revolution. But they also knew that it is always the deadliest enemy of tyranny. – Hugo Black

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Change
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History is the devils scripture. – Lord (George Gordon) Byron

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History

The Jews greatest contribution to history is dissatisfaction! Were a nation born to be discontented. Whatever exists we believe can be changed for the better. – Shimon Peres

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History

Throughout this countrys history there have of course been systematic efforts to create an official underclass. – Eric Liu

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History

So many people of color who made major contributions to American history have been trapped in the purgatory of history. – Henry Louis Gates

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History

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Boredom is a vital problem for the moralist, since at least half the sins of mankind are caused by the fear of it. – Bertrand Russell, The Conquest of Happiness

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One thorn of experience is worth a whole wilderness of warning. – James Russell Lowell

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I dont write for any group. I write to bring about a change in consciousness. – Jeanette Winterson

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At Christmas, Its a Wonderful Life makes me cry in exactly the same places every time, even though I know its coming. – Nicholas Lea

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