Liberty, as it is conceived by current opinion, has nothing inherent about it; it is a sort of gift or trust bestowed on the individual by the state pending good behavior. — Mary McCarthy

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Mini who’s who:

Mary McCarthy : American Author
Born:  June 21, 1912
Died:  October 25, 1989