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“How can justice fall victim, ever, to what is right?”

Quote by Philip K. Dick

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Philip K. Dick was an American science fiction novelist known for his unique philosophical thinking and profound futuristic imagination. His works often explore the boundaries between individuals and society, reality and illusion, and have had a profound impact on science fiction literature. more

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