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Chomsky proceeds on the almost unthinkably subversive assumption that the United States should be judged by the same standards that it preaches… — Christopher Hitchens Copy Share Image
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I’m assuming those are Daimons. (Susan) No, they’re Avon ladies. (Ravyn) — Sherrilyn Kenyon Copy Share Image
Before negotiating a raise, start collecting a file of evidence showing how you've impacted the bottom line. ... Don't believe there's no… — Pat Heim Copy Share Image
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I am a reader. I am a writer. People assume I do these things to escape. You couldn't be more right. I'm… — Philip K. Dick Copy Share Image
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