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Selfhood

“Most lives are a flight from selfhood. Most prefer the truths of the stable. You stick your heads into the stanchions and munch contentedly until you die. Others use you for their purposes. Not once do you live outside the … Continue reading

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Objectivity

“The fundamental rule of the universe is that there is no neutrality, no pure objectivity, no absolute truth which is divorced from the pragmatic lessons gained in application. The old scientists hid their own prejudices behind a facade of objectivity … Continue reading

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Frank Herbert

“Those who would repeat the past must control the teaching of history.” –Bene Gesserit Coda “Corruption wears infinite disguises.” –Tleilaxu Thu-zen “Major flaws in government arise from a fear of making radical internal changes even though a need is clearly … Continue reading

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Leo Tolstoy

“Freethinkers are those who are willing to use their minds without prejudice and without fearing to understand things that clash with their own customs, privileges, or beliefs. This state of mind is not common, but it is essential for right … Continue reading

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