Harold J. Laski: “But “true” opinions, on examination, usually turn out to be the…”

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But “true” opinions, on examination, usually turn out to be the opinions which suit the proponents of some particular cause.

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Harold J. Laski

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Laski critiques the subjective nature of truth as it often aligns with specific agendas.

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