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I have no faith in human perfectability. I think that human exerti

I have no faith in human perfectability. I think that human exertion will have no appreciable effect upon humanity. Man is now only more active – not more happy – nor more wise, than he was 6000 years ago. – Edgar Allan Poe

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You all know that I have been sustained throughout my life by three saving graces – my family, my friends, and a faith in the power of resilience and hope. These graces have carried me through difficult times and they have brought more joy to the good times than I ever could have imagined. – Elizabeth Edwards

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Creativity is always a leap of faith. Youre faced with a blank page, blank easel, or an empty stage. – Julia Cameron

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Only faith is sufficient. – Robert Ley

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There were periods of my life when a lot of people didnt believe in me. I still had faith in myself. I really had to ask myself life questions. Where do I see myself in five years? Create a ladder for yourself, and walk up the steps. Climb that ladder. – Fergie

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Abortion politics have distracted all sides from what is really essential: a major aid campaign to improve midwifery, prenatal care and emergency obstetric services in poor countries. – Nicholas D. Kristof

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