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Stories--from the literature of our culture to descriptions of our days to the lunatic's ravings--appear to be hardwired into us. Even in… — Michael Ruhlman Copy Share Image
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Culture has to be constantly on the vanguard, too. It should be educating people, as it does in Latin America: thousands of… — Andre Vltchek Copy Share Image
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