![]() He cannot rightfully be compelled to do or forbear because it will be better for him to do so, because it will make him happier, because, in the opinions of others, to do so would be wise, or even right. ![]() His own good, either physical or moral, is not a sufficient warrant. That the only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community, against his will, is to prevent harm to others. ![]() That principle is, that the sole end for which mankind are warranted, individually or collectively in interfering with the liberty of action of any of their number, is self-protection. ![]() “The object of this Essay is to assert one very simple principle, as entitled to govern absolutely the dealings of society with the individual in the way of compulsion and control, whether the means used be physical force in the form of legal penalties, or the moral coercion of public opinion. ![]()
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