If you would win a man to your cause, first convince him that you are his sincere friend

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to persuade someone to support your cause or opinion, it is important to establish a genuine friendship with them. By genuinely caring about and connecting with the person, they are more likely to trust and listen to you. Instead of forcing your beliefs upon them, this approach suggests building a foundation of trust and empathy. Demonstrating sincere friendship will make the person more willing to consider your perspective and potentially be swayed to support your cause.

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