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“However, within the limits of the human, it is important to recognise our common humanity. I think that a perspective based on common human needs has the most chance of being accepted and this does not depend on any particular metaphysical outlook.”

Quote by Alison Assiter

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Alison Assiter, born on October 23, 1949, is a renowned figure in an unknown field. more

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