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Quote Sept. 11, 2010

13 years ago

"We do not pretend to have achieved perfection, but we do have a system, and it works. I came here to give you these facts. It is no concern of ours how you run your own planet, but if you threaten to extend your violence, this Earth of yours will be reduced to a burned-out cinder. Your choice is simple: join us and live in peace, or pursue your present course and face obliteration. We shall be waiting for your answer. The decision rests with you. Gort, berenga."

The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)

Here is a link that might be useful: Colbert's Nuclear Explosion

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Comments (6)

ejmoore510
13 years ago
Another great week! Thank you.
lilod
13 years ago
Thank you, Don, for a great week of thought-provoking quotes,
Today's really hits home.
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lilod
13 years ago
Spending today in quiet reflection, burning a candle (in the wood-stove for safety), hoping violence is not going to happen.
endorphinjunkie
13 years ago
And then there is "You will be assimilated."

It's one thing to come to a certain conclusion on your own. It's quite anther to be told do it or die.
anneliese_32
13 years ago
Just now trying to catch up with the last couple of days. Thanks for great quotes.
west_gardener
13 years ago
Thanks for a great week of quotes, Don, and thank you for keeping the quotes going. I have both feet firmly planted on the planet earth and this is where I'll stay.

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