If mankind minus one were of one opinion, then mankind

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If mankind minus one were of one opinion, then mankind is no more justified in silencing the one than the one - if he had the power - would be justified in silencing mankind. - John Stuart Mill

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very famous English philosopher and Utilitarian

Born:20th May, 1806
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Author Keywords: Utilitarian, Philosopher, English, Famous

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Francis Herbert Hedge , Thomas Hobbes, Peter Abelard, Tocqueville, Niccolo Machiavelli

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