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I believe that western civilization, after some disgusting glitches, has become almost civilized. i believe it is our first duty to protect that civilization. i believe it is our second duty to improve it. i believe it is our third duty to extend it if we can.
-P. J. O'Rourke
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I Believe That Western Civilization, After Some

P. J. O'Rourke
I believe that western civilization, after some disgusting glitches, has become almost civilized. i believe it is our first duty to protect that civilization. i believe it is our second duty to improve it. i believe it is our third duty to extend it if we can.
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