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A fellow can't keep people from having a bad opinion of him, but he can keep them from being right about it.

A fellow can't keep people from having a bad opinion of him,

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This quote suggests that one cannot control what others think or say about them, but they have the power to prevent those opinions from being accurate or justified. While we may not have control over people's perceptions, we can choose our actions, behavior, and attitude to demonstrate our true character and prove any negative opinions wrong. Essentially, the quote encourages individuals to focus on being the best version of themselves despite others' judgments or criticisms.

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