Where the press is free, and every man able to read, all is safe.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A free press and educated populace ensure societal safety.
- In plain terms
- Freedom and reading keep society safe.
- What can you take from it?
- Education and free press protect democracy.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does education help society?
- Why is press freedom important?
Another view
Access to information does not guarantee wise use.
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