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"لا توجد حقوق. توجد امتيازات فقط."

George Carlin

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The quote suggests that what we often think of as rights are actually privileges that can be given and taken away. Imagine a school where students believe they have the right to use the playground whenever they want. In reality, the playground is a privilege given by the school, and the principal can decide when or if it can be used. Similarly, in real life, many things we take for granted, like freedom of speech or the right to work, are actually privileges provided by society or the government. These can change depending on rules, laws, or decisions made by those in power. To apply this idea, one should not assume they are entitled to anything automatically. Instead, they should recognize the value of these privileges and perhaps work to maintain or improve them for everybody. For example, someone might fight to keep their community clean not because it’s their right to a clean environment, but because it's a privilege that requires effort and cooperation.

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