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The vitality of civil and political institutions in our society depends on free discussion.
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The right to speak freely and to promote diversity of ideas and programs is therefore one of the chief distinctions that sets us apart from totalitarian regimes.
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Free speech--the glory of our system of government--should not be sacrificed on anything less than plain and objective proof of danger that the evil advocated is imminent.
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Free speech has occupied an exalted position because of the high service it has given our society.
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One's beliefs have long been thought to be sanctuaries which government could not invade.
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The quality of advocacy turns on the depth of the conviction; and government has no power to invade that sanctuary of belief and conscience.