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The function of society with regard to the use of land only begins…

Quote byHenry George · 1839–1897

Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: A Perplexed Philosopher (1892), Part I : Declaration, Ch. IV : Mr. Spencer's Confusion as to Rights.

English (original)

the function of society with regard to the use of land only begins where individual rights clash, and is to secure equality between these clashing rights of individuals.

— Henry George

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