As you grow up, always tell the truth, do no harm to others, and don't…

Harper Lee
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As you grow up, always tell the truth, do no harm to others, and don't think you are the most important being on earth. Rich or poor, you then can look anyone in the eye and say, 'I'm probably no better than you, but I'm certainly your equal. ✨ Harper Lee Gets a Request for a Photo; Offers Important Life Advice Instead (2006). www.openculture.com. July 27, 2015.
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