Liberty must be allowed to work out its natural results; and these will, ere long, astonish the world.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Buchanan believes that if people are allowed to pursue liberty without interference, the outcomes will be impressive.
- In plain terms
- Freedom will lead to amazing results if left to its own devices.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust in natural liberty produces surprising positive outcomes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does freedom always lead to good results?
- When should liberty be restricted?
Another view
Unchecked liberty can sometimes lead to inequality or harm.
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