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The acute mind of Aristotle long ago saw that the craving for equality is one of the most profound roots of revolution.
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Harold J. Laski
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gutenberg.orgHarold J. Laski: “The acute mind of Aristotle long ago saw that the craving for equality is one of the most profound roots of revolution.”
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He references Aristotle to illustrate the deep-rooted desire for equality as a catalyst for revolution.
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