“Sometimes the pain of having someone for a few hours is better than the agony of not having them at all. [...] Desire doesn't give a fuck about should or shouldn't. We want what we want, even when we know it'll destroy us.”
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Elizabeth May
Elizabeth May is a renowned Canadian environmentalist and politician, born on June 9, 1954. She has dedicated her career to environmental protection, serving as the leader of the Green Party of Canada and as a member of the Canadian Parliament. May's extensive experience and outstanding contributions in the field of environmental protection have had a profound impact on the global environmental movement. more
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