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Benjamin Disraeli: He was always singularly anxious to acquire the truth, and would spare no pains for that purpose; but when once his mind…

On the recordJanuary 1, 1852
He was always singularly anxious to acquire the truth, and would spare no pains for that purpose; but when once his mind was made up, it was impossible to influence him.
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Benjamin Disraeli

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In a biography of Lord George Bentinck, this describes his dedication to truth and his unyielding conviction once a decision was made.

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