The success of Prozac says that today's high-tech capitalism values a very different temperament. Confidence, flexibility, quickness, and … - Peter D. Kramer

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The true foundation of republican government is the equal right of every citizen in his person and property and in their management.

Peter D. Kramer

The success of Prozac says that today's high-tech capitalism values a very different temperament. Confidence, flexibility, quickness, and energy - the positive aspects of hyperthymia - are at a premium.

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