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“Thats what the right-wing is good at: figuring out the left wing.”

Quote by Kathy Acker

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Kathy Acker was an American novelist known for her experimental writing style and critical explorations of gender, power, and culture. Her works often blended historical, literary, and philosophical elements, challenging traditional narrative structures. more

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