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Quote from Bertrand Russell,


"The essence of the liberal outlook lies not in what opinions are held, but in how they are held: instead of being viewed dogmatically, they are held tentatively, with a consciousness that new evidence may at any moment lead to their abandonment."


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Bertrand Russell (more quotes by Bertrand Russell or books by/about Bertrand Russell)


[Bertrand Arthur William Russell] (1872-1970) Philosopher, educator

Source:

Unpopular Essays, 1950

Categories:

Conscience, Experimentation, Free Thought, Reason, Self-Determination

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