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Quote by José Victorino Lastarria

La libertad no existe en la licencia; la libertad no gusta de posarse sino donde están la verdad y la moderación.

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The quote distinguishes liberty from unrestricted permission. Calling something “license” does not make it true freedom. The image of liberty choosing where to “alight” suggests that freedom belongs with truth and moderation: it is guided by what is real and restrained rather than by excess or mere impulse.

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Memoria Chilena, Biblioteca Nacional de Chile
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