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Quote by Molly Ivins

“What you need is sustained outrage...there's far too much unthinking respect given to authority.”

Quote by Molly Ivins

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Molly Ivins was a prominent American columnist, born on August 30, 1944, and passed away on January 31, 2007. Known for her sharp wit and humorous style, she wrote columns for publications such as The Houston Chronicle and The New Yorker. more

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