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• There can be no doubt that our Nation has had a long and unfortunate history of sex discrimination. Traditionally, such discrimination was… — William J. Brennan
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• The test of all beliefs is their practical effect in life. If it be true that optimism compels the world forward, and… — Helen Keller
• The practical effect of a belief is the real test of its soundness. — James Anthony Froude
• ...a disposition is an unsatisfactory thing unless we give it practical effect - deeds show dispositions. — Gregory of Nazianzus
• The practical effect of Christianity is happiness, therefore let it be spread abroad everywhere! — Charles Spurgeon
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