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“The function of a bourgeois democracy is to secure the consent of the masses to their own exploitation and oppression.”

Quote by Tariq Ali

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Tariq Ali is a British writer born on October 21, 1943. His works span a variety of fields including history, politics, and literature, known for his incisive analysis and critical thinking. more

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