Famous quote by Alexander Cockburn

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The weapon of the advocate is the sword of the soldier, not the dagger of the assassin
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"The weapon of the advocate is the sword of the soldier, not the dagger of the assassin"

- Alexander Cockburn

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This quote by Alexander Cockburn is a metaphor for the power of advocacy. The weapon of the advocate is the sword of the soldier, which is a symbol of strength and power. The sword is used to safeguard and protect, and it is a symbol of justice. The dagger of the assassin, on the other hand, is a symbol of stealth and deception. It is utilized to slip up on an unsuspecting victim and take them by surprise. The quote is a reminder that advocacy is an effective tool that can be used to secure and safeguard the rights of people and groups. It is a pointer that advocacy need to be used to combat for justice, not to benefit from others. Advocacy is an effective tool that can be utilized to make a difference in the world, and it must be utilized properly.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Alexander Cockburn somewhere between June 6, 1941 and today. He/she was a famous Lawyer from England. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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