“It is not impossible to think that the minds of philosophers sometimes act like those of other mortals, and that, having once been determined by diverse circumstances to adopt certain views, they then look for and naturally find reasons to justify these views.”
Quote by Morris Raphael Cohen
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Morris Raphael Cohen
Morris Raphael Cohen was a prominent American philosopher known for his contributions to logic, ethics, and political philosophy. His thoughts were deeply influenced by the German philosophical tradition, particularly the systems of Kant and Hegel. Cohen's works covered a wide range of topics, including freedom, justice, democracy, and epistemology. more
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