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I had been, you know, held in the closet for two months and, you know, abused in all manner of ways. I was very good at
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"I had been, you know, held in the closet for two months and, you know, abused in all manner of ways. I was very good at doing what I was told"

- Patty Hearst

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Patty Hearst's quote is a reflection of her experience as a victim of the Symbionese Liberation Army (SLA). She was abducted and kept in a closet for two months, throughout which time she was subjected to physical and mental abuse. She was required to do whatever the SLA told her to do, and she was excellent at following their orders. This quote is a testament to the power of worry and coercion, and how it can be utilized to control and manage individuals. It likewise talks to the resilience of the human spirit, as Patty Hearst was able to endure her experience and ultimately recover her liberty. Her story is a suggestion of the importance of defending what is best and defending justice, no matter the cost.

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Patty Hearst This quote is written / told by Patty Hearst somewhere between February 20, 1954 and today. She was a famous Celebrity from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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