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-Howard Nemerov
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"I never abandoned either forms or freedom. I imagine that most of what could be called free verse is in my first book. I got through that fairly early.“
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"Men must stop being jealous of their power and generously allow freedom and responsibility to others. The reward is harmonious families and society."
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"Although we have, in theory, abolished human slavery, recognized women's rights, and stopped child labor, we continue to enslave other species who, if we simply pay attention, show quite clearly that they experience parental love, pain, and the desire for freedom, just as we do."
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"What is our freedom fight about? Is it about the liberation of children or just having sex with them?"
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"If I am outspoken of the dangers of intemperance to members of our armed forces, it is because we are all especially concerned for the welfare of those who are risking their lives in the cause of freedom."
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"We must guard against the overreaching hand of big government trying to take away our freedom. And we must always protect the environment in a manner consistent with our values."
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