I ask: what was it that man from his diaper age dreamed of, tormented himself for, prayed for? He longed for that day when someone would tell him what happiness is and then would chain him to it. What else are we doing now?
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Context: The ruler of the United State defends his regime to D-503.
Source: Record Thirty-six
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