"If everybody's behavior can be explained by simple stupidity and greed, there's no point in assuming a conspiracy."

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Source : P. J. Plauger (1994). “Programming on purpose III: essays on software technology”, Prentice Hall

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“The basic wisdom of Shambhala is that in this world, as it is, we can find a good and meaningful human life that will also serve others. That is our true richness.”
“I find it very hard to believe that people would prefer an awkward picture with me than a normal conversation.”

Source : Interview with Sheila Heti, believermag.com. February 1, 2013.
“It would serve the Americans right if we emptied the prisons and let the subversives take power. They'd soon show Washington just how much they appreciate good old American values.”
“The more you discipline yourself to use your time well, the happier you will feel and the better will be the quality of your life in every area.”
“Blade Runner appears regularly, two or three times a year in various shapes and forms of science fiction. It set the pace for what is essentially urban science fiction, urban future and it's why I've never re-visited that area because I feel I've done it.”
“Physical expression was my first language: Before I was an actor, I was a dancer, an acrobat, a mime and a street performer.”
“There are some things we will always own in common. No one will ever homestead an ocean.”
“I think worrying things are going on in England - a real apathy.”

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