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Necessity is the plea for every infringement of human freedom. It is the argument of tyrants; it is the creed of slaves.

William Pitt (1759-1806) British Prime Minister (1804-06)
Speech to House of Commons (18 Nov 1793)
See Milton.

Added on 1-Feb-04 | Last updated 14-Dec-11
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