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“For the Humanist, . . . head and heart . . . must function together. . . . The constitution of the Phillips Exeter Academy reads: 'Though goodness without knowledge . . . is weak and feeble, yet knowledge without goodness is dangerous. . . . Both united form the noblest character and lay the surest foundation of usefulness to mankind.'”

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Corliss Lamont
Corliss Lamont

Corliss Lamont (1902-1995) was an American philosopher, humanist, and peace activist who taught at Columbia University for decades. He was a prominent figure in the American humanist movement and a dedicated advocate for socialism and world peace. His seminal work "The Philosophy of Humanism" became a foundational text in the humanist movement, influencing generations of thinkers and activists committed to human reason and ethical progress. more

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