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Quote by Andre Gide
It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, tha

It is easier to lead men to combat, stirring up their passion, than to restrain them and direct them toward the patient labors of peace. – Andre Gide

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There is no prejudice that the work of art does not finally overcome. – Andre Gide

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Everything has been said before, but since nobody listens we have to keep going back and beginning all over again. – Andre Gide

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