John Stuart Mill
Modern England Utilitarianism
Biography
English philosopher, political economist, and civil servant. One of the most influential thinkers in liberalism.
Life Dates
Born: May 20, 1806
Died: May 8, 1873
Notable Quotes
"It is better to be a human being dissatisfied than a pig satisfied."
"The only freedom which deserves the name is that of pursuing our own good in our own way."
"Bad men need nothing more to compass their ends, than that good men should look on and do nothing."
"One person with a belief is equal to a force of ninety-nine who have only interests."
"The amount of eccentricity in a society has generally been proportional to the amount of genius, mental vigor, and moral courage it contained."