Quote by Benjamin Disraeli

My idea of an agreeable person is a person who agrees with me.

My idea of an agreeable person is a person who agrees with m

Summary

In this quote, the speaker emphasizes their preference for those who align with their own opinions and viewpoints. They define an agreeable person as someone who agrees with them, implying that harmony is achieved when others validate their own perspectives. The statement reflects a certain level of ego-centrism and an unwillingness or disinterest in engaging with contrasting ideas or perspectives. It suggests a desire for conformity rather than open-mindedness and the willingness to explore diverse opinions and forge connections with individuals who possess different viewpoints.

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