Men often oppose a thing merely because they have had no agency in planning it, or because it may have been planned by those whom they dislike.

Summary

This quote suggests that people often reject or oppose something not because of its merits, but simply because they were not involved in its planning. Additionally, individuals may also object to an idea or plan if it was devised by people they have negative feelings toward. In essence, this quote highlights how personal biases and a lack of participation in decision-making processes can lead individuals to oppose things without rational justification.

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