Become an internationalist and learn to respect all life. Make war on machines. And in particular the sterile machines of corporate death and the robots that guard them.
ABBIE HOFFMANThe essence of successful revolution, be it for an individual, a community of individuals, or a nation, depends on accepting that challenge.
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Action is the only reality; not only reality, but morality as well.
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Today is the first day of the rest of your life.
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What if when they called a war, no one went?
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The idea that media is there to educate us, or to inform us, is ridiculous because that’s about tenth or eleventh on their list.
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Structure is more important than content in the transmission of information.
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It’s too late. We can’t win, they’ve gotten too powerful.
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Maintain a sense of humor. People who take themselves too seriously are power-crazy. If they win it will be haircuts for all. Beware of power freaks.
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I learned one thing; you never do anything for fame or money. You only do things ’cause they’re fun or good. If you can combine the two at the same time, you can make a contribution to the world and have a lot of happiness.
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The best way to educate oneself is to become part of the revolution.
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Peace is a very complicated concept. When the lion gobbles up the lamb and wipes his lips, then there’s peace. Well, I ain’t for that peace at all.
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Sacred cows make the tastiest hamburger.
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Wouldn’t you want to be indicted by the govenment for a high crime? It’s a great thrill. It’s an honor. It’s a compliment. It’s fun. I’m enjoying every minute of it!
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There is absolutely no greater high than challenging the power structure as a nobody, giving it your all, and winning!
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Free speech means the right to shout ‘theatre’ in a crowded fire.
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The first duty of a revolutionist is to get away with it. The second duty is to eat breakfast. I ain’t going.
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