"The ambiguous orientation of Japan drove the country into the position of an invader in Asia."

-- Kenzaburo Oe

#Country Quotes #Japan Quotes #Asia Quotes

“But we are convinced that if we are to play a meaningful role nationally, and in the community of nations, we must be second to none in the application of advanced technologies to the real problems of man and society.”
“Emotions are the glue that holds the cells of the organism together.”
“I have no evidence that libertarianism leads to a better life. I just think it is morally right.”
“The more we stretch the muscle called compassion and generosity, the stronger we get, the better we feel about ourselves, the more loving we become to the world around us.”
“My profession?consists of bringing truths nearer to the point where they explode. 396”

Source : 1982 Music and Politics.
“I knew that if the feat was accomplished it must be at a most fearful sacrifice of as brave and gallant soldiers as ever engaged in battle.”

Source : John Bell Hood (1996). “Advance and Retreat: Personal Experiences in the United States and Confederate States Armies”, p.58, U of Nebraska Press
“I've lost some weight. I am on that new Obama diet. Every day I let Vladimir Putin eat my lunch.”
“I think being in a place where there is nothing happening is very inspiring because you have to make your own fun, you are not reliant on imitating any other bands.”

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