"Men in authority will always think that criticism of their policies is dangerous. They will always equate their policies with patriotism, and find criticism subversive."
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Henry Steele Commager was a prominent American historian and educator, born on October 25, 1902, in New York City. Renowned for his passionate advocacy of civil liberties and democracy, Commager’s scholarship profoundly influenced the understanding of American history throughout the 20th century. A professor at Columbia University, he authored numerous influential works, including "The American Mind," which examined the evolving principles of American democracy. His legacy endures as a champion of critical thought and civic engagement, inspiring generations of scholars and citizens alike.
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"The fact is that censorship always defeats its own purpose, for it creates, in the end, the kind of society that is incapable of exercising real discretion."
Henry Steele Commager