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But Turgot was one of those severe and scrupulous souls, to whom a wicked promise does not cease to be degrading by becoming hypocritical.
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John Morley
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gutenberg.orgBut Turgot was one of those severe and scrupulous souls, to whom a wicked promise does not cease to be degrading by becoming hypocritical.
Morley describes Turgot's moral integrity and his refusal to accept hypocrisy.
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