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Hugh Masekela
Hugh Masekela

Hugh Masekela, born on April 4, 1939, in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a renowned South African jazz trumpeter and composer. His musical career spanned over half a century, and he is known for his unique musical style and contributions to South African music. more

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“[M]ore than they wanted freedom, the Athenians wanted security. Yet they lost everything-security, comfort, and freedom. This was because they wanted not to give to society, but for society to give to them. The freedom they were seeking was freedom from responsibility. It is no wonder, then, that they ceased to be free. In the modern world, we should recall the Athenians' dire fate whenever we confront demands for increased state paternalism.”