5 quotes by Mary McCarthy

“In science, all facts, no matter how trivial or banal, enjoy democratic equality.” — Mary McCarthy

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“People with bad consciences always fear the judgment of children.” — Mary McCarthy

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“In politics, it seems, retreat is honorable if dictated by military considerations and shameful if even suggested for ethical reasons.” — Mary McCarthy

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“Liberty, as it is conceived by current opinion, has nothing inherent about it it is a sort of gift or trust bestowed on the individual by the state pending good behavior.” — Mary McCarthy

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“You musn't force sex to do the work of love or love to do the work of sex.” — Mary McCarthy

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