Quote by Camille Paglia
American policy seems to be wed to a perpetual state of war. Why?

American policy seems to be wed to a perpetual state of war. Why? History shows that the world will always be in flux or turmoil, with different peoples competing for visibility and power. The U.S. cannot fix the fate of every nation. – Camille Paglia

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All objects, all phases of culture are alive. They have voices. They speak of their history and interrelatedness. And they are all talking at once! – Camille Paglia

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In an era ruled by materialism and unstable geopolitics, art must be restored to the center of public education. – Camille Paglia

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