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The strongest argument against totalitarianism may be a recognition of a universal human nature; that all humans have innate desires for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. the doctrine of the blank slate... is a totalitarian's dream.
-Steven Pinker
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The Strongest Argument Against Totalitarianism May Be

Steven Pinker
The strongest argument against totalitarianism may be a recognition of a universal human nature; that all humans have innate desires for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. the doctrine of the blank slate... is a totalitarian's dream.
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