The Fact That An Opinion Has Been Widely Held Is No Evidence That It Is Not Utterly Absurd

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The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence that it is not
utterly absurd; indeed, in view of the silliness of the majority of mankind,
a widespread belief is more often likely to be foolish than sensible.
-- Bertrand Russell, in "Marriage and Morals", 1929

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