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The hate of men will pass, and dictators die, and the power they took from the people will return to the people.
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"The hate of men will pass, and dictators die, and the power they took from the people will return to the people. And so long as men die, liberty will never perish"

- Charlie Chaplin

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This quote by Charlie Chaplin speaks with the power of durability and hope in the face of oppression. It acknowledges that hate and dictatorships are a part of the human experience, however that they are not irreversible. The power taken from individuals will eventually be returned to them, and as long as people are alive, liberty will never be extinguished. This quote is a tip that no matter how dark the times may appear, there is constantly expect a much better future. It is a call to action to fight for freedom and justice, and to never quit on the pursuit of a better world. It is a suggestion that no matter how powerful the oppressors might seem, they will eventually pass, and individuals will reclaim their power.

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Charlie Chaplin This quote is written / told by Charlie Chaplin between April 16, 1889 and December 25, 1977. He was a famous Actor from England. The author also have 39 other quotes.

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