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“We read so much about incompetence and corruption in all sorts of places. I'm not just thinking of the United Kingdom and the United States. Almost everywhere there seems to me to be an increase in incompetence and general dishonesty. This is what I mean about democracy - you feel that you've got the ability to arrange things and influence matters and it's not quite so easy as that, I'm afraid.”

Quote by Colin Dexter

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Colin Dexter, born on September 29, 1930 and died on March 21, 2017, was a renowned British writer known for his crime novels. His works, especially the Harry Hole series, have gained him a significant following. Dexter's writing style is distinctive and has been well-received by readers. more

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