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In France Equality prevails more than Liberty: in England Liberty more than Equality.
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gutenberg.orgCharles Sumner: “In France Equality prevails more than Liberty: in England Liberty more than Equality.”
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Sumner contrasts the values of equality and liberty in France and England, highlighting their differing societal priorities.
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