You have taught us many things."
"Well, thank you," said Dorothy. "I know I have learned an awful lot
from all of you. And we have all learned tremendously from the friends
we have met on our journey."
"I know I have learned a great deal lately," said the Witch. "Thanks to
all of you."
"Thank you," said Dorothy. "I think all people everywhere learn from
each other. That is part of the joy of life. If there could be no
friendly exchange of thoughts and ideas with others, life would not be
too meaningful."
"It would be terrible to live one of those countries where people can
only read news that the government allows them to read," said the Tin
Woodman. "Or where they cannot voice criticism of government programs
and policies."
"The government in those countries must be terribly insecure and
fearful," said the Scarecrow.
"I would say that would have to be true," answered Dorothy.
"Hmm," said the Witch. "Much like my own kingdom was. A rule of fear
instead of a rule of love."
"When people are afraid to say anything against their system of
government or their leader, then that is a rule of fear, yes," said Dorothy.
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