Democracy rests upon two pillars: one, the principle that all men are equally entitled to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness; and the other, the conviction that such equal opportunity will most advance civilization.
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"Democracy rests upon two pillars: one, the principle that all men are equally entitled to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness; and the other, the conviction that such equal opportunity will most advance civilization." — Louis D. Brandeis #happinessjoy #politicsgovernment
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Democracy rests upon two pillars: one, the principle that all men are equally entitled to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness; and the other, the conviction that such equal opportunity will most advance civilization. — Louis D. Brandeis
About Louis D. Brandeis
Louis D. Brandeis was a Judge from United States (1856–1941).
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This quote is attributed to Louis D. Brandeis, a Judge from United States.
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Louis D. Brandeis lived from 1856 – 1941.
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