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    It is commonly said that men are forward to believe whatever is connected with their own interest. This in common cases is true; but it is also true, that when some very great and unexpected good news is brought to us, we find it very difficult to credit it.

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Smart enforcement I think is what is going to get us there; and utilization of the tools that MSHA already read more

Smart enforcement I think is what is going to get us there; and utilization of the tools that MSHA already has.

by Adele Abrams Found in: Miscellaneous Quotes,
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People everywhere enjoy believing things that they know are not true. It spares them the ordeal of thinking for themselves read more

People everywhere enjoy believing things that they know are not true. It spares them the ordeal of thinking for themselves and taking responsibility for what they know.

by Brooks Atkinson Found in: Miscellaneous Quotes,
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In a body [like Congress] where there are more than one hundred talking lawyers, you can make no calculation upon read more

In a body [like Congress] where there are more than one hundred talking lawyers, you can make no calculation upon the termination of any debate.

by Franklin Adams Found in: Miscellaneous Quotes,
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Art is an experience, not the formulation of a problem.

Art is an experience, not the formulation of a problem.

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FORTY DAYS is a social, spiritual and learning experiment in which people experience the intensity of monastic life. The purpose read more

FORTY DAYS is a social, spiritual and learning experiment in which people experience the intensity of monastic life. The purpose is not religious conversion per se, but it is to expose people to the reality of unplugging from modern life completely and creating the opportunity to explore their beliefs in a contemplative environment. The tone of the series will be thoughtful and respectful to the brothers and sisters who have made their monastery home to our production team and the participants in the series.

by David Abraham Found in: Miscellaneous Quotes,
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I think our motivation is that we're operating on good faith. Our incentive is that we want to be a read more

I think our motivation is that we're operating on good faith. Our incentive is that we want to be a part of the community.

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[Before the officers were sworn to their new ranks, several residents spoke publicly at the meeting about the promotions.] I read more

[Before the officers were sworn to their new ranks, several residents spoke publicly at the meeting about the promotions.] I stand here to say thank you, ... You earned your due. I'm very, very proud of my Police Department in Neptune.

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They thought it was outrageous. Then they started looking into it themselves.

They thought it was outrageous. Then they started looking into it themselves.

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You can only perceive real beauty in a person as they get older.

You can only perceive real beauty in a person as they get older.

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