Walter Bagehot: “For a short time--say some fortnight--he is resolute; he argues and…”

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For a short time--say some fortnight--he is resolute; he argues and objects; but, day by day, the poison thrives, and reason wanes.

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Walter Bagehot

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Bagehot illustrates the gradual decline of reason in the face of overwhelming belief.

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