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> [“If you have cancer or AIDS, you are a victim who is bravely fighting a horrible disease. Society regularly labels these people as brave, courageous, and heroic. They are incredibly strong and we cheer them along in their pursuit of…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/nicholas-c-zakas/if-you-have-cancer-or-aids-you-are-a-victim-who-is-bravely-fighting-a/)

Nicholas C. Zakas

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## More by Nicholas C. Zakas

> [“If you have cancer or AIDS, you are a victim who is bravely fighting a horrible disease. Society regularly labels these people as brave,…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/nicholas-c-zakas/if-you-have-cancer-or-aids-you-are-a-victim-who-is-bravely-fighting-a/)

Nicholas C. Zakas

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