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In the face of this approaching disaster, it behooves men and women not yet overcome by war madness to raise their voice of protest, to call the attention of the people to the crime and outrage which are about to be perpetrated on them.

Emma Goldman

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Emma Goldman
Age: 70 †
Born: 1869
Born: June 27
Died: 1940
Died: May 14
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Yes, love is free it can dwell in no other atmosphere.
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A politician, he knows that the majority cares little for ideals or integrity. What it craves is display.
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