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The strongest argument against totalitarianism may be a recognition of a universal human nature; that all humans have innate desires for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. The doctrine of the blank slate… is a totalitarian’s dream.

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I didn’t realize what a love affair I would have with big city life until I got to New York City. In a place like New York, granted it’s utterly unique, you can get and have and do anything you want at any time of any day. It’s bursting with culture and the cream of the crop in all walks of life. That sort of energy really excites me.

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June 5, 2024

I didn’t realize what a love affair I would have with big city life until I got to New York City. In a place like New York, granted it’s utterly unique, you can get and have and do anything you want at any time of any day. It’s bursting with culture and the cream of the crop in all walks of life. That sort of energy really excites me.

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The strongest argument against totalitarianism may be a recognition of a universal human nature; that all humans have innate desires for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. The doctrine of the blank slate… is a totalitarian’s dream.

Steven Pinker