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John Morley: Rarely indeed have I heard him utter a word censuring opponents, or concerning those who actually were or had been…

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Rarely indeed have I heard him utter a word censuring opponents, or concerning those who actually were or had been friends, that could have given pain.
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John Morley

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Morley admires a person's restraint in criticizing opponents and friends, highlighting their kindness.

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