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 There is no “final victory” for Liberty against Tyranny. It is an endless vigil. 

The tyranny is a parasite inside our human subconscious- it festers and after any defeat immediately begins plotting its return, watching for any weakness- for the chance to invade. 

When the nightwatch of Liberty fails and the wolves are inside, then the battle occurs with much loss among the women and children. It should never have been allowed. 

The victorious men hang their heads in shame for a moment- and the fire of the vigil is relit. 
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