On the record
If we do not bear the facts steadily in mind, it is easy--as frequently happens--to create an artificial problem.
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John Dewey
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gutenberg.orgIf we do not bear the facts steadily in mind, it is easy--as frequently happens--to create an artificial problem.
Dewey warns against the dangers of ignoring factual realities, which can lead to the creation of artificial problems.
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