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Civilization is built on a number of ultimate principles... respec

Civilization is built on a number of ultimate principles… respect for human life, the punishment of crimes against property and persons, the equality of all good citizens before the law… or, in a word justice. – Max Nordau

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If I despised myself, it would be no compensation if everyone saluted me, and if I respect myself, it does not trouble me if others hold me lightly. – Max Nordau

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I am a universalist, passionately devoted to the cause of equality within the human family. – Theodore Bikel

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In Canada, womens rights are a vital part of our effort to build a society of real equality – not just for some, but for all Canadians. A society in which women no longer encounter discrimination nor are shut out from opportunities open to others. – Paul Martin

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You learn about equality in history and civics, but you find out life is not really like that. – Arthur Ashe

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