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" The abilities of man must fall short on one side or the other, like too scanty a blanket when you are abed. If you pull it upon your shoulders, your feet are left bare; if you thrust it down to your feet, your shoulders are uncovered. "

Thomas Paine

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Man

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Thomas Paine

Who

Nation

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Good

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