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A wise man makes his own decisions, an ignorant man follows the public opinion
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"A wise man makes his own decisions, an ignorant man follows the public opinion"

- Grantland Rice

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This quote by Grantland Rice speaks to the value of making choices based on one's own understanding and understanding, instead of relying on the viewpoints of others. It suggests that a wise man is one who has the ability to believe for himself and make decisions based upon his own understanding of the situation. On the other hand, an ignorant male is one who follows the general public opinion without thinking about the facts or his own opinion. This quote motivates us to think for ourselves and make choices based upon our own understanding and understanding, rather than blindly following the opinions of others. It is a reminder that we need to strive to be wise and make decisions that are based upon our own understanding of the scenario.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Grantland Rice between November 1, 1880 and July 13, 1954. He/she was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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