"A third ideal that has made its way in the modern world is reliance on reason, especially reason disciplined and enriched by modern science. An eternal basis of human intercommunication is reason."

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Source : Emily Greene Balch (1972). “Beyond Nationalism: The Social Thought of Emily Greene Balch”, New York : Twayne Publishers

Emily Greene Balch

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“It is on great occasions only, and after time has been given for cool and deliberate reflection, that the real voice of the people can be known.”
“New truths become evident when new tools become available.”
“Sometimes it is the simplest, seemingly most inane, most practical stuff that matters the most to someone.”
“True creativity is impossible without some measure of passion.”

Source : Teresa Amabile (1989). “Growing up creative: nurturing a lifetime of creativity”, Crown Pub
“To be fond of dancing was a certain step towards falling in love.”
“Don't be indifferent when opportunity knocks at the door, just invite it in”
“A shame really, because putting the right book in the right kidâ€™s hands is kind of like giving that kid superpowers.”
“It is difficult to be a good noncommissioned officer. If it had been easy, they would have given it to the officer corps.”

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