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I think women are excellent social critics.
Laurie Anderson
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Laurie Anderson
Age: 77
Born: 1947
Born: June 5
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Laura Phillips Anderson
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The world is a strange and wonderful place.
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I so much appreciate it when anybody tries to make something and tries to be an artist - I'm happy to see the work.
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Don't be afraid of anyone. Imagine your life if you're not afraid of anyone.
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Shining in the midnight moonlight, while the King sings love me tender.
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I've been trying to avoid goal-oriented behavior.
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