"Skepticism is the chastity of the intellect, and it is shameful to surrender it too soon or to the first comer: there is nobility in preserving it coolly and proudly."
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George Santayana
[Jorge Agustín Nicolás Ruiz de Santayana y Borrás] (1863-1952) Spanish-born philosopher, essayist, poet, and novelist
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Excellent. Always question authority.
 -- J Carlton, Calgary     
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    In a world in which millions and millions of dollars are spent on mass media (and the mass psychology being used), we must ever be vigilant in scrutinizing what we hear and see broadcast to us. It is not called 'programming' for nothing!
     -- E Archer, NYC     
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    I'm not sure I agree so much with the comparisons while the overall message is absolute.
     -- Mike, Norwalk     
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