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Quotes from Linus Pauling: Scientist and Peacemaker — Linus Pauling

1901–1994 United States

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When an old and distinguished person speaks to you, listen to him carefully and with respect — but do not believe him. Never put your trust into anything but your own intellect.

Linus Pauling: Scientist and Peacemaker (2001)

The world progresses, year by year, century by century, as the members of the younger generation find out what was wrong among the things that their elders said. So you must always be skeptical — always think for yourself.

Linus Pauling: Scientist and Peacemaker (2001)

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