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Arguing Quotes - Page 2

A talent for speaking differently, rather than for arguing well is the chief instrument of cultural change.

Richard Rorty (1989). “Contingency, Irony, and Solidarity”, p.7, Cambridge University Press

It is as absurd to argue men, as to torture them, into believing.

'The Usurpations of Reason' (1831), in 'Oxford University Sermons' (1843) no. 4

I do not argue with obstinate men. I act in spite of them.

Agatha Christie (1989). “Murderers abroad: five complete novels”, Outlet

Multiculturalists argue that different cultural values are morally equivalent. That's nonsense.

Walter E. Williams (2015). “American Contempt for Liberty”, p.338, Hoover Institution Press

Never argue. In society nothing must be; give only results. If any person differs from you, bow, and turn the conversation.

Benjamin Disraeli (2016). “Delphi Complete Works of Benjamin Disraeli (Illustrated)”, p.966, Delphi Classics

Time spent arguing with the faithful is, oddly enough, almost never wasted.

Christopher Hitchens (2009). “Letters to a Young Contrarian”, p.65, Basic Books