I understand you, and I shall not attempt to make you change your mind…

Milan Kundera
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I understand you, and I shall not attempt to make you change your mind. I am too old to want to improve the world. I have told you what I think, and that is all. I shall remain your friend even if you act contrary to my convictions, and I shall help you even if I disagree with you. ✨ Farewell Waltz. Book by Milan Kundera, 1972.
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