“There is a cult of ignorance in the United States, and there has always been. The strain of anti-intellectualism has been a constant thread winding its way through our political and cultural life, nurtured by the false notion that democracy means that 'my ignorance is just as good as your knowledge.”
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“Everyone shut up and listen!” Steris snapped. “Or I will barf on the table to get your attention!” The entire room stared at her. “I’ll do it,” she warned. “I keep medication in my handbag to produce the effect. You’d be surprised at how often the option is relevant.”
― The Lost Metal
― The Lost Metal
“Ain’t no fellow who regretted giving it one extra shake, but you can bet every guy has regretted giving one too few.”
― The Lost Metal
― The Lost Metal
“Fair enough. Number two: Ask a woman how much she weighs. Then lift her. She’ll have increased in weight. Feruchemists, every one.”
― The Lost Metal
― The Lost Metal
“You are whatever you want to be, Wayne. You’re the wind. You’re the stars. You are all endless things.”
― The Lost Metal
― The Lost Metal
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