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Every murder turns on a bright hot light, and a lot of people... have to walk out of the shadows
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"Every murder turns on a bright hot light, and a lot of people... have to walk out of the shadows"

- Albert Maltz

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This quote by Albert Maltz speaks with the power of a single act of physical violence. When a murder happens, it is like a bright light that lights up the darkness, subjecting the fact of what has actually been hidden in the shadows. Individuals that are attached to the murder, whether directly or indirectly, are required to challenge the truth of what has actually happened and have to go out of the shadows. This quote recommends that a solitary act of physical violence can have significant consequences, and that the truth of what has actually been hidden in the darkness will become disclosed. It likewise indicates that those who are attached to the murder should deal with the consequences of their actions and also accept obligation for their component in the misfortune.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Albert Maltz between October 28, 1908 and April 26, 1985. He/she was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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