"Political scientists almost everywhere have promoted the expansion of government power. They have functioned as the clergy of oppression."

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Source : "Rudolph Rummel Talks About the Miracle of Liberty and Peace". The Freeman Interview, fee.org. July 1, 1997.

Rudolph Rummel

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“Labour was the first price, the original purchase - money that was paid for all things. It was not by gold or by silver, but by labour, that all wealth of the world was originally purchased.”
“I mean I look forward to the day when I can be Republican again.”
“I just did an ad with Microsoft. I'm dressed as Napoleon, and I get to slap Bill Gates.”
“Music doesn't lie. If there is something to be changed in this world, then it can only happen through music.”
“When members unite with the church, they should not only make a profession of faith in Christ (that is essential), but in light of 2 Corinthians 10:6 and Hebrews 13:17, etc., they should also agree to submit to the authority and discipline of the church, should they be found delinquent in doctrine or life.”
“I have always felt that the moment when first you wake up in the morning is the most wonderful of the twenty-four hours.”
“You didn't accidentally get your personality, looks and gifts. You were designed on purpose to be the way you are. You have what you need to fulfill your destiny.”
“Too many people I meet believe that you can sit in a chair and be given motivation. With exercise and fitness, you get it by doing. The mental qualities you need are all linked like a chain. If you give exercise a try and see results, even if it's as simple as feeling good that you get out the door, you'll become motivated to repeat the exercise. Seeing results is inspiring.”

Source : Grete Waitz, Gloria Averbuch (2000). “On The Run: Exercise and Fitness for Busy People”, Rodale Books

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