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"There are two things which cannot be attacked in front: ignorance and narrow-mindedness. They can only be shaken by the simple development of the contrary qualities. They will not bear discussion." Ignorance, Men 4.66 average rating Rate this Quote
"Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely." Power 4.63 average rating Rate this Quote
"The most certain test by which we judge whether a country is really free is the amount of security enjoyed by minorities." Freedom, Happiness, Joy 4.28 average rating Rate this Quote
"The danger is not that a particular class is unfit to govern. Every class is unfit to govern." Anger, Art, Government 3.91 average rating Rate this Quote


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