Freedom of expression is the well-spring of our civilization... The history of civilization is in considerable measure the displacement of error which once held sway as official truth by beliefs which in turn have yielded to other truths. Therefore the liberty of man to search for truth ought not to be fettered, no matter what orthodoxies he may challenge.
Felix FrankfurterIt is a fair summary of history to say that the safeguards of liberty have been forged in controversies involving not very nice people.
Felix FrankfurterWe forget that the most successful statesmen have been professionals. Lincoln was a professional politician.
Felix FrankfurterIt is important not to give the appearance of a predisposed mind. And it is more important not to let the mind become predisposed.
Felix Frankfurter