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So no, its not all in the genes, but what isnt in the genes isnt in the family environment either. It cant be explained
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"So no, it's not all in the genes, but what isn't in the genes isn't in the family environment either. It can't be explained in terms of the overall personalities or the child-rearing practices of parents"

- Steven Pinker

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Canada Flag This quote is written / told by Steven Pinker somewhere between September 18, 1954 and today. He/she was a famous Scientist from Canada. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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