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In this possibly terminal phase of human existence, democracy and

In this possibly terminal phase of human existence, democracy and freedom are more than just ideals to be valued – they may be essential to survival. – Noam Chomsky

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Resistance is feasible even for those who are not heroes by nature, and it is an obligation, I believe, for those who fear the consequences and detest the reality of the attempt to impose American hegemony. – Noam Chomsky

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Fear
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Concentration of executive power, unless its very temporary and for specific circumstances, lets say fighting world war two, its an assault on democracy. – Noam Chomsky

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power
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The basic idea which runs right through modern history and modern liberalism is that the public has got to be marginalized. The general public are viewed as no more than ignorant and meddlesome outsiders, a bewildered herd. – Noam Chomsky

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I know of no country in which there is so little independence of mind and real freedom of discussion as in America. – Alexis de Tocqueville

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What does it mean to be an American? While each of us may have our own specific answer to that question, we likely can agree on the basic principles of America: freedom, equal opportunity, and rights accompanied by responsibilities. – Ben Nelson

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Freedom

The spread of freedom is the best security for the free. – Tony Blair

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But short films are not inferior, just different. I think the short gives a freedom to film-makers. Whats appealing is that you dont have as much responsibility for storytelling and plot. They can be more like a portrait, or a poem. – Jane Campion

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When we dream alone it is only a dream, but when many dream together it is the beginning of a new reality. – Friedensreich Hundertwasser

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If its very painful for you to criticize your friends – youre safe in doing it. But if you take the slightest pleasure in it, thats the time to hold your tongue. – Alice Duer Miller

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Example is the best precept. – Aesop

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Flying without feathers is not easy; my wings have no feathers. – Titus Maccius Plautus

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