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“It takes a certain ingenuous faith - but I have it - to believe that people who read and reflect more likely than not come to judge things with liberality and truth.”

Quote by A.C. Grayling

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A.C. Grayling is a British philosopher, known for his work in ethics, logic, and political philosophy. He has written numerous books and articles on these subjects, and has been a prominent figure in the public discourse on philosophy and its relevance to contemporary life. more

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