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After long centuries, agrarian civilization is weakening. Is sufficient attention being devoted to the arrangement and improvement of the life of the… — Pope Paul VI Copy Share Image
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I transitioned into theater and acting when I was about 9, community theater and musicals, being, like, chorus-kid-number-78 or whatever. But I… — Tatiana Maslany Copy Share Image
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Decide this minute to never again beg anyone for the love, respect, and attention that you should be showing yourself. Be your… — Melchor Lim Copy Share Image
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I really only respect the Arab culture. I ain't really trying to pay no attention to, ya know, these little people in… — Busta Rhymes Copy Share Image
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My young friends, I look forward to you as the real makers of Pakistan, do not be exploited and do not be… — Muhammad Ali Jinnah Copy Share Image
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