Quote by Jodi Picoult

because in the past words have only driven them apart.

because in the past words have only driven them apart.

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This quote suggests that words, in the past, have not been effective in bringing people together. They have instead led to division and conflict. The implication is that previous attempts at communication may have failed, highlighting the need for a new approach or alternative means to bridge divides and foster unity.

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By Jodi Picoult

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