We are content to accept without testing any belief that fits in with our prejudices and whose truth is necessary for the satisfaction of our desires. (Susan Stebbing)

We are content to accept without testing any belief that fits in with our prejudices and whose truth is necessary for the satisfaction of our desires.

Susan Stebbing

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