We have, in fact, two kinds of morality side by side one which we preach but do not practice, and another which we practice but seldom preach. (Bertrand Russell)

We have, in fact, two kinds of morality side by side one which we preach but do not practice, and another which we practice but seldom preach.

Bertrand Russell

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