paradox of tolerance

is the idea that in the name of tolerance, we ought not tolerate the intolerant.

We should therefore claim, in the name of tolerance, the right not to tolerate the intolerant.'

is the idea that tolerance for the intolerant will destroy tolerance.

Less well known is the paradox of tolerance: Unlimited tolerance must lead to the disappearance of tolerance. If we extend unlimited tolerance even to those who are intolerant, if we are not prepared to defend a tolerant society against the onslaught of the intolerant, then the tolerant will be destroyed, and tolerance with them.'

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paradox of tolerance