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I've had the best possible chance of learning that what the working-classes really need is to be allowed some part in the direction of public affairs, Doctor—to develop their abilities, their understanding and their self-respect.

— Henrik Ibsen

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The spirit of truth and the spirit of freedom — these are the pillars of society.

The Pillars of Society (1877)

A community is like a ship; everyone ought to be prepared to take the helm.

An Enemy of the People (1882)

Whether I pound or am being pounded,
all the same there will be moaning!

Peer Gynt (1867)

A thousand words can't
make the mark a single deed will leave.

Brand (1866)

The State has its root in time, and will ripe and rot in time.

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