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“Our society has gotten to the point where we might soon become less and less shocked by any kind of violence.”

Quote by Stanley Crouch

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Stanley Crouch is an American poet, born on December 14, 1945. His poetry is known for its profound social commentary and unique perspective on black culture. more

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