"Civil war? What does that mean? Is there any foreign war? Isn't every war fought between men, between brothers?"

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Insight & Reflection

The theme of politics is universal, yet Victor Hugo manages to capture its essence in a uniquely profound way. Taking a moment to internalize this can shift our mindset, reminding us that our perspective on politics often shapes our reality.

About Victor Hugo

Victor-Marie Hugo, vicomte Hugo was a French Romantic author, poet, essayist, playwright, journalist, human rights activist and politician.

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