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The love of one's country is a splendid thing. But why should love stop at the border? There is a brotherhood among all men. This must be recognized if life is to remain. We must learn the love of man.

— Pablo Casals Joys and Sorrows : Reflections‎ by Pablo Casals as told to Albert E. Kahn (1974)

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