“Food that is necessary for man’s existence is as sacred as life itself. Everything that is indispensable for its preservation is the common property of society as a whole. It is only the surplus that is private property and can be safely left to individual commercial enterprise.”
Quote by Maximilien Robespierre
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Maximilien Robespierre
Maximilien Robespierre was a French lawyer and revolutionary politician who played a significant role in the French Revolution. He is best known for his leadership of the Committee of Public Safety, which was responsible for the Reign of Terror. more
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