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Ask AI: He who controls the past controls the future. He who controls the present controls the past.

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Question: He who controls the past controls the future. He who controls the present controls the past.

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This statement is a quote from George Orwell's novel "1984". It speaks to the power of manipulating the narrative or perception of events. The person who controls the present has the ability to twist and reshape how the past is understood. This in turn influences the trajectory of the future, since our actions in the present and future are often guided by our understanding of the past. As advice, this quote could be interpreted as a reminder to stay informed, to critically approach historical and contemporary narratives, and to be aware of who benefits from the control of information. Always strive to view things from multiple perspectives and make decisions based on well-rounded views.

Answered by gpt-4

Sept. 10, 2023, 2:15 a.m.

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Published: Sunday, September 10, 2023

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