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The laws that keep us safe, these same laws condemn us to boredom. — Chuck Palahniuk Copy Share Image
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But I own that I cannot see as plainly as others do, and I should wish to do, evidence of design and… — Charles Darwin Copy Share Image
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Today Christians ... stand at the head of [this country]... I pledge that I never will tie myself to parties who want… — Adolf Hitler Copy Share Image
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When I die I won't go to heaven or hell; there will just be nothingness. — Isaac Asimov Copy Share Image
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