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“I just don't understand, if they see numbers [of CEO salaries]that represent people, how they can somehow skirt around that and morally justify taking or ruining those lives and leaving them with nothing. That, to me, is violent crime. It's certainly more violent than selling grams of pot to other adults.”

Quote by Eddie Vedder

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Eddie Vedder, born on December 23, 1964, is a renowned American musician. He is best known as the lead singer of the rock band Pearl Jam, whose unique voice and heartfelt lyrics have won him a dedicated fan base. more

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