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The above link makes for some interesting reading.

Today I would like to speak to you about literature. Or rather, some of you. I have happened upon a book. I would recommend it to those of you who enjoy heavy historical reading. Or to those of you who have a particular interest in the mind. Though the title may seem rather scandalous, the contents are certainly worth reading. I must admit that I have little interest in politics to warrant this broadcast being dedicated to the subject, but I do have an interest in the tactics used to have an entire nation fall into place. You may say what you want about Soviet Russia, but they were certainly talented at mass propaganda and fear tactics. However, a state in which a little rebellion is frowned upon hardly rings of paradise. What are we without a little fight in us?

Would any of you agree with the above citations?

I have, in particular, also enjoyed chapter five, "The Examination of Loyalties" and chapters six ("The General Subject of Obedience") and eight ("Degredation, Shock and Edurance") have also been fascinating.

I promise this message isn't as gloomy as it appears to be.

In actuality I would like to mostly direct this towards my fellow students. I would like to propose a book club. While happening upon this book, I also stumbled upon "Topping From Below", "The Discipline" and "Forbidden Nights with a Vampire". In addition, I also found Shakespeare's "Hamlet" and Anthony Burgess' "Earthly Powers". I should also mention that I am not above bribing potential members with home-made baked goods and perhaps very attractive membership badges.

Oh -- and hello to any newcomers.

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And I Will Have To Hope That Youll Make A Promise Of That

Would I mislead you?

On This Topic
Probably Not

What a touching vote of confidence.

Confidence Is A Matter Fraught With Constant Reevaluation
It Must Be Weighed With Caution And Granted Only Under The Safest Circumstances
You Rose Lalonde Are Often A Safe Bet
But Not Always

Always the realist.
Though not always.

Nonsense
My Perspective Is Without Exception Always Firmly Grounded In A Manner That Accurately Reflects The Environment Around Me

Perhaps in an ideal universe!

Or Just This One
I Have The Topic Well In Hand

The mind believes whatever it wants, I suppose.

And How Would You Maintain My Perspective To Be Faulty

Because I can See.
;)

Different Matters Entirely
One Recognizes The Path To An Outcome That Is Most Successful
The Other Accounts For And Anticipates The Outcomes That Are Most Likely
The Former Will Not Always Be Capable Of Negating The Latter

Ah, but I know how my abilities work.

But You Think I Dont
Why Dont You Enlighten Me Then On What Nuances Im Missing

I am right, all of the time.
Most of the time.

That Is Definitely Not The Method By Which It Operates

Such little faith!

I Simply Think "Most" Is An Overestimation
Not That It Isnt Endearing In Its Own Way

Perhaps I can be a little overzealous.

Oh Just A Little Then
Why What Would Ever Inspire You To Believe That Might Be The Case
Its Absolutely Totally And In All Other Ways Inconceivable

Here I am, trying my hardest to be humble, too!

Oh Yes Because Everyone Certainly Believes That Entirely
You Are By All Means The Very Best At Humility

Well I'm glad we've reached an agreement.

And Who Could Dare Scrutinize Our Consensus

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