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“The easiest rationalization for the refusal to seek the truth is the denial that truth exists.”

Quote by Sidney Hook

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Sidney Hook was an American philosopher known for his contributions to pragmatism and critical theory. He was a leading figure in the philosophy of education and political philosophy, and his work had a significant impact on American intellectual life in the mid-20th century. more

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