Quote by Leland Stanford
A mans sentiments are generally just and right, while it is second

A mans sentiments are generally just and right, while it is second selfish thought which makes him trim and adopt some other view. The best reforms are worked out when sentiment operates, as it does in women, with the indignation of righteousness. – Leland Stanford

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The employee is regarded by the employer merely in the light of his value as an operative. His productive capacity alone is taken into account. – Leland Stanford

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The right of each individual in any relation to secure to himself the full benefits of his intelligence, his capacity, his industry and skill are among the inalienable inheritances of humanity. – Leland Stanford

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The rights of one sex, political and otherwise, are the same as those of the other sex, and this equality of rights ought to be fully recognized. – Leland Stanford

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