Lawrence H. KeeleyOur common humanity, viewed realistically, can be as much a source of despair as hope.
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Our common humanity, viewed realistically, can be as much a source of despair as hope. This quote points out that we are all human, yet it is the views of society that keep us from rising above our similarities. When everyone is given the same resources, they are all given the same potential for success.
Source: War Before Civilization: The Myth Of The Peaceful Savage
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