We cannot defend freedom abroad by deserting it at home.

Governments that block the aspirations of their people that steal or are corrupt that oppress and torture or that deny freedom of expression and human rights should bear in mind that they will find it increasingly hard to escape the judgement of their own people or where warranted the reach of international law.

We seek peace knowing that peace is the climate of freedom.

When there is state there can be no freedom but when there is freedom there will be no state.

The greatest threat to freedom is the absence of criticism.

In this possibly terminal phase of human existence democracy and freedom are more than just ideals to be valued - they may be essential to survival.

A filmmaker has almost the same freedom as a novelist has when he buys himself some paper.

History suggests that capitalism is a necessary condition for political freedom. Clearly it is not a sufficient condition.

The end of law is not to abolish or restrain but to preserve and enlarge freedom. For in all the states of created beings capable of law where there is no law there is no freedom.

History has taught us over and over again that freedom is not free. When push comes to shove the ultimate protectors of freedom and liberty are the brave men and women in our armed forces. Throughout our history they've answered the call in bravery and sacrifice.