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Quote by Eric Hoffer
Intolerance is the Do Not Touch sign on something that cannot bear

Intolerance is the Do Not Touch sign on something that cannot bear touching. We do not mind having our hair ruffled, but we will not tolerate any familiarity with the toupee which covers our baldness. – Eric Hoffer

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