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I don't think a monarchy led by 75- and 80-year-old men [Saudi Arabia] in today's modern world is really sustainable. — Thomas Friedman Copy Share Image
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Marriage is the most advanced form of warfare in the modern world. — Malcolm Bradbury Copy Share Image
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