Quote by Ted Koppel
History is a tool used by politicians to justify their intentions.

History is a tool used by politicians to justify their intentions. – Ted Koppel

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History is a cyclic poem written by Time upon the memories of man. – Percy Bysshe Shelley

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The greatest tragedy in mankinds entire history may be the hijacking of morality by religion. – Arthur C. Clarke

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