The harm which is done by credulity in a man is not confined to the fostering of a credulous character in others, and consequent support of false beliefs. (William Kingdon Clifford)

The harm which is done by credulity in a man is not confined to the fostering of a credulous character in others, and consequent support of false beliefs.

William Kingdon Clifford

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