Give up money, give up fame, give up science, give the earth itself an…

Thomas Jefferson
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Give up money, give up fame, give up science, give the earth itself and all it contains rather than do an immoral act. And never suppose that in any possible situation, or under any circumstances, it is best for you to do a dishonorable thing, however slightly so it may appear to you. ✨ Jefferson: Political Writings.
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