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  1. A quotation from Douglas Adams

    Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experiences of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so.

    Douglas Adams (1952–2001) English author, humorist, screenwriter
    Last Chance to See, ch. 4 (1990) [with Mark Carwardine]

    More about this quote: wist.info/adams-douglas/1461/

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  2. A quotation from Jonathan Swift

    Reasoning will never make a Man correct an ill Opinion, which by Reasoning he never acquired.

    Jonathan Swift (1667-1745) English writer and churchman
    Essay (1720-01-09), “Letter to a Young Clergyman”

    More info about this quote: wist.info/swift-jonathan/30282…

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