Liberty is that secure release and fulfillment of personal potentialities which take place only in rich and manifold association with others: the power to be an individualized self making a distinctive contribution and enjoying in its own way the fruits of association.
This quote reflects Dewey's belief that true liberty is achieved through meaningful social interactions.
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