Quote by Noam Chomsky
The basic idea which runs right through modern history and modern

The basic idea which runs right through modern history and modern liberalism is that the public has got to be marginalized. The general public are viewed as no more than ignorant and meddlesome outsiders, a bewildered herd. – Noam Chomsky

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In the literal sense, there has been no relevant evolution since the trek from Africa. But there has been substantial progress towards higher standards of rights, justice and freedom – along with all too many illustrations of how remote is the goal of a decent society. – Noam Chomsky

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Wanton killing of innocent civilians is terrorism, not a war against terrorism. – Noam Chomsky

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Im not a very gregarious person. I cant bear attention being called to me in a public place, which is ridiculous in a business that pays you to be noticed. – Gabriel Byrne

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The Public is a thing I cannot help looking upon as an enemy, and which I cannot address without feelings of hostility. – John Keats

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I dont believe that the public knows what it wants; this is the conclusion that I have drawn from my career. – Charlie Chaplin

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The approval of the public is to be avoided like the plague. It is absolutely essential to keep the public from entering if one wishes to avoid confusion. I must add that the public must be kept panting in expectation at the gate by a system of challenges and provocations. – Andre Breton

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I see myself at 7:30 in the morning and its not too pretty. – Rod Stewart

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In England, with all due respect, we have some of the plainest actresses in the entire world as our greatest. – Minnie Driver

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No man has a good enough memory to be a successful liar. – Abraham Lincoln

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