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Animal Quote by Mark Twain

“Man is the only animal that loves his neighbor as himself and cuts his throat if his theology isn't straight” quote by Mark Twain — Download Open image

““Man is the only animal that loves his neighbor as himself and cuts his throat if his theology isn't straight””

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