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“The Declaration of Independence has been called, with some justice, the most revolutionary document in human history, in that it placed the individual person first in the political scheme of things and made the legitimacy of governments and ruling classes contingent on their success at preserving individual rights.”

Quote by Alan Bock

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Alan Bock, born in 1943 and passed away on May 18, 2011, was a renowned author. His works spanned various literary genres and were known for their profound insights and unique narrative style. more

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