A Quote by Alexander Pope

The most positive men are the most credulous.

Alexander Pope

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Alexander Pope
English - Poet
May 21, 1688 - May 30, 1744

The most positive men are the most credulous, since they most believe themselves, and advise most with their falsest flatterer and worst enemy--their own self-love.

Alexander Pope

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William Manchester

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