Anarchist Quote by Randolph Bourne

“War is the health of the State. It automatically sets in motion throughout society these irresistible forces for uniformity, for passionate cooperation with the government in coercing into obedience the minority groups and individuals which lack the larger herd sense.” quote by Randolph Bourne — Download Open image

“War is the health of the State. It automatically sets in motion throughout society these irresistible forces for uniformity, for passionate cooperation with the government in coercing into obedience the minority groups and individuals which lack the larger herd sense.”

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A cultivation of the powers of one's personality is one of the greatest needs of life.

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A good discussion increases the dimensions of everyone who takes part.

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With the shock of war the state comes into its own again.

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Culture, like the kingdom of heaven, lies within us, and not in foreign galleries and books.

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