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“The real guarantee of freedom is an equilibrium of social forces in conflict, not the triumph of any one force.”

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Max Eastman
Max Eastman

Max Eastman was an American writer, activist, and editor who was a prominent figure in the early 20th century socialist movement. He is best known for his collaboration with Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman, and his writings often addressed political and social issues. Eastman was a key figure in the anarchist and socialist movements of his time. more

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