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    The conception of worth, that each person is an end per se, is not a mere abstraction. Our interest in it is not merely academic. Every outcry against the oppression of some people by other people, or against what is morally hideous is the affirmation of the principle that a human being as such is not to be violated. A human being is not to be handled as a tool but is to be respected and revered.

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The world is a strange and wonderful place.

The world is a strange and wonderful place.

by Laurie Anderson Found in: Miscellaneous Quotes,
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Praise the sea; on shore remain.

Praise the sea; on shore remain.

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One of the best ways to remember that day and all the innocent lives that were lost is to recognize read more

One of the best ways to remember that day and all the innocent lives that were lost is to recognize that we're still a community and we need to work together, get along together, stand on one another's shoulders, help and encourage each other. It's the silent ways of supporting people as well as the very loud ways that can be beneficial.

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She not only expects the worst, but makes the worst of it when it happens.

She not only expects the worst, but makes the worst of it when it happens.

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Democracy means government by discussion, but it is only effective if you can stop people talking.

Democracy means government by discussion, but it is only effective if you can stop people talking.

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Do not put such unlimited power into the hands of husbands. Remember all men would be tyrants if they could.

Do not put such unlimited power into the hands of husbands. Remember all men would be tyrants if they could.

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[Country : Dolly Parton continues her roots revival with] Those Were the Days, ... Tough All Over.

[Country : Dolly Parton continues her roots revival with] Those Were the Days, ... Tough All Over.

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'Emergencies' have always been the pretext on which the safeguards of individual liberty have been eroded.

'Emergencies' have always been the pretext on which the safeguards of individual liberty have been eroded.

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What's cool is he has dreadlocks. That makes piano OK in rock, if the piano player looks cool.

What's cool is he has dreadlocks. That makes piano OK in rock, if the piano player looks cool.

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