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The notion that men may be free in their thought even when they are not in its expression and dissemination has been sedulously propagated.
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John Dewey
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gutenberg.orgThe notion that men may be free in their thought even when they are not in its expression and dissemination has been sedulously propagated.
Dewey critiques the misconception that individuals can be free in thought while being restricted in expression.
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It rules but it does not regulate; for its rule is confined to receipt of tribute and ceremonial deference.
For the older symbols of ideal life still engage thought and command loyalty.
They are made that way; it is “the nature of the beast.” We do not gain anything by inserting instincts to run, creep, swim and fly between the structure and the act.
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