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The most disadvantageous peace is better than the most just war.

— Erasmus Adagia (1508)

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Do not be guilty of possessing a library of learned books while lacking learning yourself.

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A speech comes alive only if it rises from the heart, not if it floats on the lips.

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I am a lover of liberty. I will not and I cannot serve a party.

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