I am of those who believe that gentleness is a greater, surer power than force, and that sympathy is a safer power by far than is intellect. (Louis Sullivan)

I am of those who believe that gentleness is a greater, surer power than force, and that sympathy is a safer power by far than is intellect.

Louis Sullivan

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