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Edmund Burke Quotes: For there is in mankind an unfortunate propensity to make themselves, their views and their works, the measure of excellence in every thing whatsoever
         

For there is in mankind an unfortunate propensity to make themselves, their views and their works, the measure of excellence in every thing whatsoever


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Those who don't know history are destined to repeat it.



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It is a general popular error to suppose the loudest complainers for the public to be the most anxious for its welfare.



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When you fear something, learn as much about it as you can. Knowledge conquers fear.



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Mere parsimony is not economy. Expense, and great expense, may be an essential part in true economy.



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