Quote#Freedom
Upon the liberty of the press and freedom of discussion, the basis of…
Quote byCharles James Fox · 1749–1806
Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: Speech in the House of Commons against the Treason Bill and Seditious Practices Bill (17 November 1795), quoted in The Speeches of the Right Honourable Charles James Fox, in the House of Commons. Vol. VI (1815), p. 26.
English (original)
Upon the liberty of the press and freedom of discussion, the basis of the constitution was known to rest. Take away these, and the whole fabric most fall.
— Charles James Fox
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