Alexander Hamilton Quote - Men are rather reasoning than reasonable animals, for the most part governed by the impulse of passion.

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Men are rather reasoning than reasonable animals, for the most part governed by the impulse of passion.

"Men are rather reasoning than reasonable animals, for the most part governed by the impulse of passion."

— Alexander Hamilton

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Author: Alexander Hamilton
Category: Animal
Tags: Animal Government Man Passion Reason

Meaning of this quote

Passion can drive decisions while reasoning supplies their justification.

Key takeaway: Examine the feeling behind a confident argument.

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Attributed author: Alexander Hamilton

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