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Free men are aware of the imperfection inherent in human affairs, and they are willing to fight and die for that which is not perfect.

Eric Hoffer

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Eric Hoffer
Age: 84 †
Born: 1898
Born: July 25
Died: 1983
Died: May 21
Philosopher
Psychologist
Writer
New York City
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Humans
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