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“Everyone seems to be playing well within the boundaries of his usual rule set. I have yet to hear anyone say something that seemed likely to mitigate the idiocy of this age.”

Quote by John Perry Barlow

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John Perry Barlow

John Perry Barlow is an American poet known for his thoughts on the digital age and his advocacy for internet freedom. His work spans multiple domains including liberalism, individualism, and technological development. more

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