Indeed the dictum that truth always triumphs over persecution, is one of those pleasant falsehoods which men repeat after one another till they pass into common places, but which all experience refutes.
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The only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community against his will is to prevent harm to others.
This quote is just one of 20 total John Stuart Mill quotes in our collection. John Stuart Mill is known for saying 'Indeed the dictum that truth always triumphs over persecution, is one of those pleasant falsehoods which men repeat after one another till they pass into common places, but which all experience refutes.' as well as some of the following quotes.