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George Soros

An open society is a society which allows its members the greatest possible degree of freedom in pursuing their interests compatible with the interests of others.

George Soros

Society

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George Soros means that in a society where people have the most freedom, they can follow their own goals as long as they do not harm or conflict with what others need or want. This balance ensures that individual actions are allowed only when they respect the rights and interests of other members of the community.

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