Words of Wisdom — December 18, 2013

Ramsey Clark on Rights

“A right is not what someone gives you; it’s what no one can take from you.”- Ramsey Clark (born on this date in 1927)

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“A right is not what someone gives you; it’s what no one can take from you.”
– Ramsey Clark (born on this date in 1927)

A weekly newsletter featuring the biggest ideas from the smartest people

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