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Harold J. Laski: The movement for religious toleration is not only paralleled in the next century by the movement for economic freedom…

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The movement for religious toleration is not only paralleled in the next century by the movement for economic freedom, but is itself in a real sense the parent of the latter.
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Harold J. Laski

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This quote links the movements for religious toleration and economic freedom, suggesting a foundational relationship.

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