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Oaths are the fossils of piety. - George Santayana

Oaths are the fossils of piety. – George Santayana

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When men and women agree, it is only in their conclusions their reasons are always different. – George Santayana

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Man is a gregarious animal, and much more so in his mind than in his body. He may like to go alone for a walk, but he hates to stand alone in his opinions. – George Santayana

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A politician is known by the promises he keeps. – Author Unknown

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In the midst of great joy, do not promise anyone anything. In the midst of great anger, do not answer anyones letter. – Chinese Proverb

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A liar is always lavish of oaths. – Pierre Corneille

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We must not promise what we ought not, lest we be called on to perform what we cannot. – Abraham Lincoln

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