It were not best that we should all think
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It were not best that we should all think alike;
it is difference of opinion that makes horse races.
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Meaning
This quote means disagreement has value because diversity creates interest, movement, and competition. Uniformity would make life dull.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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