Every reform, however necessary, will by weak minds be carried to

Every reform, however necessary, will by weak minds be carried to an excess, which will itself need reforming. – Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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People who have reformed themselves has contributed their full share towards the reformation of their neighbor. – Norman Douglas

Some who will not speak against another, in the end does them harm. – Proverb

The heart of every man lies open to the shafts of correction if the archer can take proper aim. – Oliver Goldsmith

A reformer is one who sets forth cheerfully toward sure defeat. – Lydia Maria Child

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