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Patriotism: The first resort of a scoundrel.
Ambrose Bierce
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Ambrose Bierce
Born: 1842
Born: June 24
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Ohio
Dod Grile
William Herman
Ambrose Gwinnett Bierce
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When among the graves of thy fellows, walk with circumspection thine own is open at thy feet.
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The most intolerant advocate is he who is trying to convince himself.
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CALLOUS, adj. Gifted with great fortitude to bear the evils afflicting another.
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A rabbit's foot may bring good luck to you, but it brought none to the rabbit.
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