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Henry David Thoreau Quotes: If you would convince a man that he does wrong, do right. But do not care to convince him. Men will believe what they see. Let them see.
         

If you would convince a man that he does wrong, do right. But do not care to convince him. Men will believe what they see. Let them see.


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If you would convince a man that he does wrong, do right. But do not care to convince him. Men will believe what they see. Let them see.
         



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This page presents the quote "If you would convince a man that he does wrong, do right. But do not care to convince him. Men will believe what they see. Let them see.". Author of this quote is Henry David Thoreau. This quote is about righteousness, leadership, right, example, morality,.