Tag Archives: Reason

First Principles: The Importance of Resting Questions On Available Evidence

Posted on May 18, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

“In disquisitions of every kind there are certain primary truths, or first principles, upon which all subsequent reasoning must depend.”  – Alexander Hamilton (1788) Relevant discussion of any allegations made against anyone else depends on first obtaining the primary evidence … Continue reading →

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Thought of the Day: Authority Through Reason

Posted on April 27, 2017 by alohapromisesforever

The being cannot be termed rational or virtuous, who obeys any authority, but that of reason. -Mary Wollstonecraft, reformer and writer (27 Apr 1759-1797) The above quote is taken from A Vindication of the Rights of Woman (1792).  This book may … Continue reading →

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