On the recordAugust 22, 1949
When we understand the other fellow's viewpoint--understand what he is trying to do, 9 times out of 10 he is trying to do right.
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presidency.ucsb.eduHarry Truman: “When we understand the other fellow's viewpoint--understand what he is trying to do, 9 times out of 10 he is trying to…”
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Remarks to a Group of Exchange Teachers From Great Britain.
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