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Quote by Eric Hoffer
One of the marks of a truly vigorous society is the ability to dis

One of the marks of a truly vigorous society is the ability to dispense with passion as a midwife of action – the ability to pass directly from thought to action. – Eric Hoffer

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It is the child in man that is the source of his uniqueness and creativeness, and the playground is the optimal milieu for the unfolding of his capacities and talents. – Eric Hoffer

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When we believe ourselves in possession of the only truth, we are likely to be indifferent to common everyday truths. – Eric Hoffer

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Faith in a holy cause is to a considerable extent a substitute for lost faith in ourselves. – Eric Hoffer

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Europeans say they are proud of their social fabric, of strong rights for workers and the weak in society. – David Korten

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The only yardstick for success our society has is being a champion. No one remembers anything else. – John Madden

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Imitation belittles. – Christian Nevell Bovee

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