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The fact that tradition hinders the individual savage from thinking logically by no means proves that he cannot think lo
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"The fact that tradition hinders the individual savage from thinking logically by no means proves that he cannot think logically"

- James M. Baldwin

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This quote by James M. Baldwin is highlighting the importance of permitting people to believe on their own, rather than depending on custom. He is suggesting that even if custom may prevent a private from thinking rationally, it does not indicate that they are incapable of doing so. He is suggesting that people should be given the chance to believe for themselves and make their own decisions, instead of depending on custom to dictate their ideas and actions. This quote is a suggestion that people must be permitted to believe on their own and make their own choices, instead of relying on tradition to determine their ideas and actions. It is a suggestion that individuals need to be provided the chance to think for themselves and make their own decisions, rather than relying on custom to determine their thoughts and actions. By doing so, people can make decisions that are more rational and useful to them.
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