#advancement

The despotism of custom is everywhere the standing hindrance to human advancement. ↗

— John Stuart Mill

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Well, remember that we were all members of the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians. ↗

— Joseph Jarman

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Those who speak of progression but are afraid of change are self-repressed and therefore unable to reach any further than their eyes can already see. ↗

— Criss Jami

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The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty. ↗

— James Madison

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Water is a finite resource that is essential in the advancement of agriculture, and is vital to human life. ↗

— Jim Costa

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It is a remarkable honor to receive a Nobel Prize, because it not only recognizes discoveries, but also their usefulness to the advancement of fundamental science. ↗

— Peter Agre

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The object of all the former voyages to the South Seas undertaken by the command of his present majesty, has been the advancement of science and the increase of knowledge. ↗

— William Bligh

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Being involved in the well-being and advancement of one's own community is a most natural thing to do. ↗

— Clarence Clemons

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The slave has but one master, the ambitious man has as many as there are persons whose aid may contribute to the advancement of his fortunes. ↗

— Jean de la Bruyere

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Society as a whole benefits immeasurably from a climate in which all persons, regardless of race or gender, may have the opportunity to earn respect, responsibility, advancement and remuneration based on ability. ↗

— Sandra Day O'Connor

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