Harold J. Laski: “The nature of the social bond makes service to its demands the very…”

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The nature of the social bond makes service to its demands the very essence of freedom.

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This quote encapsulates Laski's belief that fulfilling social obligations is essential to achieving true freedom.

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Harold J. Laski: “The nature of the social bond makes service to its demands the very essence of freedom.”