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"Men must stop being jealous of their power and generously allow freedom and responsibility to others. The reward is harmonious families and society."
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"Although we have, in theory, abolished human slavery, recognized women's rights, and stopped child labor, we continue to enslave other species who, if we simply pay attention, show quite clearly that they experience parental love, pain, and the desire for freedom, just as we do."
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"What is our freedom fight about? Is it about the liberation of children or just having sex with them?"
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"We must guard against the overreaching hand of big government trying to take away our freedom. And we must always protect the environment in a manner consistent with our values."
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