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The whole history of civilisation, is strewn with creeds and institutions which were invaluable at first, and deadly afterwards.
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Walter Bagehot
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
Bagehot observes that many institutions that were once beneficial can become harmful over time.
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