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"I do not think the measure of a civilization
is how tall its buildings of concrete are,
But rather how well its people have learned to relate to their environment and fellow
man."
-Sun Bear of the Chippewa Tribe


"I believe that to meet the challenge of the next century, human beings will have to
develop a greater sense of universal responsibility. Each of us must learn to work not
just for his or her own self, family or nation, but for the benefit of all mankind."
-Dalai Lama


"The world's existence is sustained by kindness. The very existence of those bereft
of it burdens the earth."
- Tirukkural 58:572


"There are all kinds of devices invented for the protection and preservation of
countries: defensive barriers, forts, trenches, and the like... But prudent minds have as
a natural gift one safeguard which is the common possession of all, and this applies
especially to the dealings of democracies. What is this safeguard? Skepticism. This
you must preserve. This you must retain. If you can keep this, you need fear no
harm."
-Demosthenes

"The army that can defeat terrorism doesn't wear uniforms, or drive Humvees, or call
in airstrikes. It doesn't have a high command, or high security, or a high budget. The
army that can defeat terrorism does battle quietly, clearing minefields and vaccinating
children. It undermines military dictatorships and military lobbyists. It subverts
sweatshops and special interests. Where people feel powerless, it helps them organize for
change, and where people are powerful, it reminds them of their responsibility."
- Author Unknown