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"[...] To be liberal is to examine different and new points of view, to discern the truth from new data and new concepts. The conservative already believes that they have the Truth and there's no need to investigate or consider - only Obedience is required. Principles - not facts - are revered and only the Approved and Revealed notions are accepted. [...]

"I am a liberal because I search for the truth, accept new data as it arises and seek out which elevates us all and not just the wealthy and powerful few. Because in the final analysis, the wealthy and powerful want to conserve their own rights and privileges, not extend them to others.

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"So it comes down to truth and freedom over lies and conformity. I choose freedom and truth. And if that makes me a 'liberal' and a 'dirty hippie' then I'll gladly embrace Peace and Love anytime."

-- malada, 2011-06-26

[overlaps an earlier QotD slightly]