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A giant who never shows his strength is neither feared nor respected.
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Victoria C. Woodhull
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gutenberg.orgVictoria C. Woodhull: “A giant who never shows his strength is neither feared nor respected.”
Editor's note · Context
Woodhull uses a metaphor to illustrate that true strength must be demonstrated to earn respect.
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