Quote by Gerald R. Ford

Too often critics seem more intent on seeking new ways to alter Congress than to truly learn how it functions. They might well profit from the advice of Thomas Huxley, who said a century ago: Sit down before facts as a little child, be prepared to give up every preconceived notionor you shall learn nothing.

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Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of critics to focus on criticizing and changing Congress without fully understanding how it operates. By referencing Thomas Huxley's advice, it suggests that critics should approach the workings of Congress with an open mind and a willingness to let go of preconceived notions. Only by humbly accepting the facts and information presented, like a curious child, can critics truly learn and gain valuable insights about Congress and its inner workings.

By Gerald R. Ford

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