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Harold J. Laski: And it is at least doubtful whether his theory has any validity for a man who held, as Roman Catholics of his generation…

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And it is at least doubtful whether his theory has any validity for a man who held, as Roman Catholics of his generation were bound to hold, that the communication of his particular brand of truth outweighed in value all other questions.
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Harold J. Laski

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Laski questions the validity of Locke's theory for those who prioritize their religious truth above all else.

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