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The race of man, while sheep in credulity, are wolves for conformity.
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As quoted in Building A Speech (1990) by Sheldon Metcalfe

 

Carl Van Doren

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Sheep were docile, yes, but vigilant. Unlike many people, sheep were always aware that predators existed and were alert for the scent and the schemes of wolves.
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