Much of human history has consisted of unequal conflicts between the haves and the have-nots.

Jared Diamond
Much of human history has consisted of unequal conflicts between...
Much of human history has consisted of unequal conflicts between...
Much of human history has consisted of unequal conflicts between...
Much of human history has consisted of unequal conflicts between...
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When one person is privileged over another, it is possible for that person to use the benefits of their privilege to oppress others. This is nothing new. It has happened in all cultures and all time periods. The great tragedy of our time is that the rich are getting richer, while the poor are getting poorer.

Source: Guns, Germs, And Steel: The Fates Of Human Societies

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