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Thomas Jefferson wrote this as the 9th item in a "Decalogue of Canons for observation in practical life," ten items of advice, in a letter to a friend's son who was named after Jefferson. Its meaning has been debated but most probably meant to speak and behave civilly when arguing your positions throughout life.

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