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Image of the quote is loading... SaveSave If you are willing to take the punishment you're halfway through the battle. That the issues may be trivial the battle ugly is another point. - Quote by Lillian Hellman

If you are willing to take the punishment you’re halfway through the battle. That the issues may be trivial the battle ugly is another point.

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