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There are men - now in power in this country - who do not respect dissent, who cannot cope with turmoil, and who believe
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"There are men - now in power in this country - who do not respect dissent, who cannot cope with turmoil, and who believe that the people of America are ready to support repression as long as it is done with a quiet voice and a business suit"

- John Lindsay

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This quote by John Lindsay is an alerting about the present state of politics in America. He is recommending that there are individuals in power who do not worth dissent or the concept of people speaking out versus them. He believes that these individuals are attempting to repress individuals of America by utilizing a quiet voice and a business suit to hide their true intentions. This quote is a tip that we must remain alert and not allow those in power to take away our rights and freedoms. We should continue to speak out against oppression and oppression, and not be tricked by those who try to conceal their true objectives. We must keep in mind that our voices are powerful and that we can make a difference.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Lindsay between November 24, 1921 and December 19, 2000. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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