Harold J. Laski: “The earth being given to men in common, its invasion by private…”

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The earth being given to men in common, its invasion by private ownership is a dangerous perversion.

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Harold J. Laski

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Laski critiques private ownership of land as a fundamental injustice against communal rights.

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From no accusation were its statesmen more anxious to be free than from that of a belief in democratic government.

Even Lincoln supported his generals in completely indefensible attacks on civilian rights.

I can see no justice in such a denial of freedom.

When I obey the state, I obey the best part of myself.

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Harold J. Laski: “The earth being given to men in common, its invasion by private ownership is a dangerous perversion.”