Quote by Andrew Jackson

It is a damn poor mind indeed which can't think of at least two ways to spell any word.

It is a damn poor mind indeed which can't think of at least

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This quote, attributed to American writer and humorist Andrew Jackson, suggests that having a limited perspective or lack of creativity is synonymous with having a poor mind. The quote implies that one should be able to come up with multiple solutions or interpretations for any given problem or situation, using the example of spelling a word. Jackson's words emphasize the importance of open-mindedness, flexibility, and resourcefulness in intellectual pursuits.

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