The only part of the conduct of any one, for which he is amenable to society, is that which concerns others. In the part which merely concerns himself, his independence is, of right, absolute. Over himself, over his own body and mind, the individual is sovereign.
Society cares for the individual only so far as he is profitable.
Progressive art can assist people to learn not only about the objective forces at work in the society in which they live, but also about the intensely social character of their interior lives. Ultimately, it can propel people toward social emancipation.
In many respects, the United States is a great country. Freedom of speech is protected more than in any other country. It is also a very free society.
Aesthetic matters are fundamental for the harmonious development of both society and the individual.
The art of the parenthesis is one of the greatest secrets of eloquence in Society.
Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society.
The surface of American society is covered with a layer of democratic paint, but from time to time one can see the old aristocratic colours breaking through.
The reason why men enter into society is the preservation of their property.
The health of a democratic society may be measured by the quality of functions performed by private citizens.
All that is valuable in human society depends upon the opportunity for development accorded the individual.
One can be instructed in society, one is inspired only in solitude.
The society based on production is only productive, not creative.
The internet could be a very positive step towards education, organisation and participation in a meaningful society.
Society exists only as a mental concept in the real world there are only individuals.
Freedom in art, freedom in society, this is the double goal towards which all consistent and logical minds must strive.
Princes and governments are far more dangerous than other elements within society.
Without culture, and the relative freedom it implies, society, even when perfect, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future.
In the society, where people are just parts in a larger machine, individuals are unable to develop fully.
The regeneration of society is the regeneration of society by individual education.
The test of one's behavior pattern is their relationship to society, relationship to work and relationship to sex.