I never considered a difference of opinion in politics
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I never considered a difference of opinion in politics in religion, in philosophy, as cause for withdrawing from a friend.
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Meaning
This quote means genuine friendship should be stronger than disagreement. Differences in politics, religion, or philosophy do not have to destroy a bond when respect and affection are real.
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