On the recordJanuary 1, 1776
But entangled in the passion of dispute you see it not as you ought, and form opinions thereon which suit with no interest but your own.
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Thomas Paine
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Editor's note · Context
In "The American Crisis," Paine observes that passionate disputes prevent clear judgment and lead to self-serving opinions.
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