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I believe society has a right to defend itself, just as the indivi

I believe society has a right to defend itself, just as the individual has the right to attack that with which he disagrees. – Naguib Mahfouz

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I wake up early in the morning and walk for an hour. If I have something to write, I prefer to write in the morning until midday, and in the afternoon, I eat. – Naguib Mahfouz

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Morning
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I love Sufism as I love beautiful poetry, but it is not the answer. Sufism is like a mirage in the desert. It says to you, come and sit, relax and enjoy yourself for a while. – Naguib Mahfouz

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Poetry
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But one way or another, judges perform a very vital function in our society. They have a risky job and they are entitled to security. – Arlen Specter

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To have a man who can flirt is next thing to indispensable to a leader of society. – Margaret Oliphant

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Progress is measured by the degree of differentiation within a society. – Herbert Read

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What is missing from todays dialogue is the effect autism is having on families, our society and what the unknown factors are. The 300lb. gorilla in the room is that our children with autism today will soon become adults with autism. – Jenny McCarthy

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