Greed has poisoned men's souls—has barricaded the world with hate—has goose-stepped us into misery and bloodshed. Machinery that gives abundance has left us in want. Our knowledge has made us cynical; our cleverness hard and unkind.
— Charlie Chaplin Modern

Silent film legend

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From the final speech in 'The Great Dictator'.

Date / Period

1940

Category

Controversial

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https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/833481-i-told-myself-malala-you-have-already-fa…

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