"For behind all imperialism is ultimately the imperialistic individual, just as behind all peace is ultimately the peaceful individual.“


-Irving Babbitt

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For behind all imperialism is ultimately the imperialistic individual, just as behind all peace is ultimately the peaceful individual.

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