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Thomas Paine

English-born American political activist, philosopher, political theor

Lived from: 1737 - 1809

Category: Politics | Philosophers Country: United States

Born: 9 february 1737 Died: 8 june 1809

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• He is not affected by the reality of distress touching his heart, but by the showy resemblance of it striking his imagination. He pities the plumage, but forgets the dying bird.

  ― Thomas Paine
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• I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death.

  ― Thomas Paine
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• The Vatican is a dagger in the heart of Italy.
  

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Subjects in these quotes:

• resemblance
• imagination
• reflection
• conscience
• principles
• business

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