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Adultery Quote by H. L. Mencken

„Adultery is the application of democracy to love.“

H. L. MenckenProvocative quote by H. L. Mencken: "Adultery is the application of democracy to love."
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Henry Louis Mencken, commonly known as H. L. Mencken in America, was an American writer, journalist, literary critic, columnist, satirist, and cultural critic of German descent.

A critical and provocative comment by H. L. Mencken on the relationship between love and adultery.


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Henry Louis Mencken (1880–1956) was an influential American writer, journalist, and critic of German heritage. Known for his sharp social commentary and satire, he addressed issues of culture, politics, and society.

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