He that is already corrupt is naturally suspicious, and he that become…

Samuel Johnson
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He that is already corrupt is naturally suspicious, and he that becomes suspicious will quickly become corrupt. ✨ Samuel Johnson (1797). The Beauties of Samuel Johnson, Etc. (A New Edition, Being the Ninth.)., p.254
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He that is already corrupt is naturally suspicious, and he that becomes suspicious will quickly become corrupt. ✨ Samuel Johnson (1797). The Beauties of Samuel Johnson, Etc. (A New Edition, Being the Ninth.)., p.254

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