In the literal sense there has been no relevant evolution since the trek from Africa. But there has been substantial progress towards higher standards of rights justice and freedom - along with all too many illustrations of how remote is the goal of a decent society.
Quotes By Noam Chomsky
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We can for example be fairly confident that either there will be a world...
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Wanton killing of innocent civilians is terrorism not a war against terrorism.
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As soon as questions of will or decision or reason or choice of action arise...
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The 'anti-globalisation movement' is the most significant proponent of...
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Concentration of executive power unless it's very temporary and for specific...
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I am opposed to the accumulation of executive power anywhere.
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The intellectual tradition is one of servility to power and if I didn't...
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Humans have certain properties and characteristics which are intrinsic to...
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Censorship is never over for those who have experienced it. It is a brand on...
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The only justification for repressive institutions is material and cultural...
Quotes About Freedom
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Men must stop being jealous of their power and generously allow freedom and...
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What is our freedom fight about? Is it about the liberation of children or...
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If I am outspoken of the dangers of intemperance to members of our armed...
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We must guard against the overreaching hand of big government trying to take...
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Our constitutional liberties shall not be sacrificed in our search for...
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Without economic development any potential for political openness and...
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The very first things that I did even in theater were bad guys. They are...
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To me music has to be about freedom. It's the most important thing in my life.
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People ask me if I ever thought of writing a children's book. I say 'If I...