The only real difference between a wise man and a fool, Moore knew, was that the wise man tended to make more serious mistakes–and only because no one trusted a fool with really crucial decisions; only the wise had the opportunity to lose battles, or nations.

Tom Clancy
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  2. Does religious conviction provide a powerful reason for killing? Undeniably it often does. It also often provides the sole compelling reason for refusing to kill, or for being merciful, or for seeking peace; only the profoundest ignorance of history could prevent one from recognizing this.... - David Bentley Hart

  3. See, the world is full of things more powerful than us. But if you know how to catch a ride, you can go places, - Neal Stephenson

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More Quotes By Tom Clancy
  1. The difference between fiction and reality? Fiction has to make sense.

  2. I am a politician which means I am a liar and a crook. When I am not kissing babies I am stealing their lollypops.

  3. If you don't write it down, then it never happened

  4. Courage is being the only only one who knows how terrified you are.

  5. Danger confronted properly is not something a man must fear.

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