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Few of the many wise apothegms which have been uttered have preven

Few of the many wise apothegms which have been uttered have prevented a single foolish action. – Thomas B. Macaulay

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Although it has been said by men of more wit than wisdom, and perhaps more malice than either, that women are naturally incapable of acting prudently, or that they are necessarily determined to folly, I must by no means grant it. – Mary Astell

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I learned some valuable lessons about the legislative process, the importance of bipartisan cooperation and the wisdom of taking small steps to get a big job done. – Hillary Clinton

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It is the neglect of timely repair that makes rebuilding necessary. – Richard Whately

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Men who know themselves are no longer fools. They stand on the threshold of the door of Wisdom. – Havelock Ellis

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