"There is nothing more explosive than a skilled population condemned to inaction. Such a population is likely to become a hotbed of extremism and intolerance, and be receptive to any proselytizing ideology, however absurd and vicious, which promises vast action."

-- Eric Hoffer

#Promise Quotes #Population Quotes #Action Quotes

“It was a fine cry - loud and long - but it had no bottom and it had no top, just circles and circles of sorrow.”
“I do like a song that can look good on a page without even being sung. I edit and edit and edit.”
“We will have a world government whether you like it or not. The only question is whether that government will be achieved by conquest or consent.”
“In NVC, no matter what words others may use to express themselves, we simply listen for their observations, feelings, needs, and requests.”
“The one thing that can be more disconcerting than intelligent hatred is demanding love.”
“At the end of the day, we can endure much more than we think we can.”
“Do not be taken in or flattered by your own success or fame. Take not only as to whether or not the old creation, including everything which comes by birth, has gone through the cross.”
“I've spent my life being embarrassed.”

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