Quotation by

Simon Wiesenthal

Humour is the weapon of unarmed people: it helps people who are oppressed to smile at the situation that pains them.

Smile

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Humor gives those who have no power a way to cope with their suffering by finding something to laugh about in difficult circumstances. It allows people facing hardship to express resilience and maintain their spirit despite pain.

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