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A man who did not seem to have the good opinion of those among whom he lived was judged to be guilty, or at least capable of being guilty, of every crime.
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Edmund Burke
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gutenberg.orgEdmund Burke: “A man who did not seem to have the good opinion of those among whom he lived was judged to be guilty, or at least…”
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Burke reflects on the societal judgment of individuals based on public opinion, highlighting the moral weight of reputation.
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