Political freedom is to be cherished indeed. But there is no political freedom that is not indissolubly bound to the inner personal freedom of the individuals who make up that nation: no liberty of a nation of conformists, no free nation made up of robots.
This quote underscores the intrinsic link between external political liberties and internal personal freedom. True freedom can't exist in a society where individuals conform blindly or suppress their individuality. When citizens lose their capacity for personal independence, the broader political system becomes a façade, akin to a nation of robots devoid of genuine liberty. Authentic freedom involves both the right to participate politically and the inner capacity for independent thought and expression, ensuring a vibrant, genuine democracy that respects individual uniqueness.
