Believe me, the drug of freedom is universally potent.

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Of course, there can be serious injustices within free societies.

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In contrast, fear societies are societies in which dissent is banned.

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There were no dissidents then in the USSR because they were all killed.

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Free societies are societies in which the right of dissent is protected.

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I was inspired to write this book by those who are sceptical of the power of freedom to change the world.

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Non-democratic regimes always need to mobilize their people against external enemies in order to maintain internal stability.

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Will dissent be permitted? The answer to that question will determine whether the society is a free society or a fear society.

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The message of the free world to any potential Palestinian leadership should be a simple one: Embrace democratic reform and we will embrace you.

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I have no doubt that given a real choice, the vast majority of Muslims and Arabs, like everyone else will choose a free society over a fear society.

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