Quote by Benjamin Franklin

I confess that there are several parts of this Constitution which I do not at present approve, but I am not sure I shall never approve them. For having lived long, I have experienced many instances of being obliged by better information, or fuller consideration, to change opinions even on important subjects, which I once thought right, but found to be otherwise.

I confess that there are several parts of this Constitution

Summary

In this quote, the speaker acknowledges that they currently have reservations about certain aspects of the Constitution. However, they also express open-mindedness and a willingness to reconsider their opinions in the future. The speaker emphasizes the importance of gaining better information and engaging in thoughtful reflection, as they have recognized that past beliefs once considered right were eventually proven to be incorrect. This quote embraces the idea of personal growth and the capacity to evolve and adapt to new perspectives and understandings over time.

By Benjamin Franklin

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