"A small-state world would not only solve the problems of social brutality and war; it would solve the problems of oppression and tyranny. It would solve all problems arising from power."

-- Leopold Kohr

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“We artists are indestructible; even in a prison, or in a concentration camp, I would be almighty in my own world of art, even if I had to paint my pictures with my wet tongue on the dusty floor of my cell.”
“I cannot say to be glad or not glad to be on Everest. It is my life. I have opportunity to be here, so I am here.”
“Art is most effective when concealed.”
“I write books for teenagers because I vividly remember what it felt like to be a teen facing everyday and epic dangers. I don't write to protect them. It's far too late for that. I write to give them weapons-in the form of words and ideas-that will help them fight their monsters. I write in blood because I remember what it felt like to bleed.”
“I like to be directed, but when I'm flying and I'm on fire, I don't want someone coming and getting in my way just because they feel like they need to.”

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“We have 62 counties in New York State and each has its own system of death investigation.”
“The finest language is mostly made up of simple unimposing words.”
“Oh, that [his Thanksgiving Message] is some of Seward's nonsense, and it pleases the fools.”

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