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Quote by Friedrich Durrenmatt
We do not consider patriotism desirable if it contradicts civilize

We do not consider patriotism desirable if it contradicts civilized behavior. – Friedrich Durrenmatt

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Whoever is content with the world, and who profits from its lack of justice, does not want to change it. – Friedrich Durrenmatt

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