Most human beings, though in varying degrees, desire to control, not only their own lives but also the lives of othersMore Bertrand Russell quotes [03/29/2018 05:03:36]

There is no nonsense so errant that it cannot be made the creed of the vast majority by adequate governmental action.More Bertrand Russell quotes [03/29/2018 05:03:36]

It has become a commonplace that aggressiveness also often has its roots in fear. I am inclined to think that this theory has been pushed too far. [...] The type of aggressiveness that is the outcome of timidity is not, I think, that which inspires great leaders; the great leaders, I should say, have an exceptional self-confidence which is not only on the surface, but penetrates deep into the subconscious.More Bertrand Russell quotes [03/29/2018 05:03:36]

Most people would rather die than think: many do.More Bertrand Russell quotes [01/01/2000 12:01:00]

A logical theory may be tested by its capacity for dealing with puzzles, and it is a wholesome plan, in thinking about logic, to stock the mind with as many puzzles as possible, since these serve much the same purpose as is served by experiments in physical science.More Bertrand Russell quotes [03/29/2018 05:03:36]