"Most nations, as well as people are impossible only in their youth; they become incorrigible as they grow older."

Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Swiss Philosopher

People, Nations, Youth

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"Most nations, as well as people are impossible only in their youth; they become incorrigible as they grow older."

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