Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Speech is power: speech is to persuade, to convert, to compel. It is to bring another out of his bad sense into your good sense.

Speech is power: speech is to persuade, to convert, to compe

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This quote highlights the power of speech and its ability to influence others. It emphasizes that communication is not just about expressing ideas, but also about persuading and compelling others to adopt those ideas. By utilizing effective speech, one can convince others to move away from their negative or incorrect beliefs and align them with a more positive and rational point of view. Ultimately, the quote reflects the transformative nature of speech in bringing about understanding and change in others.

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