He who wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill. Our antagonist is our helper.

Edmund Burke

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Edmund Burke (; 12 January [NS] 1729 – 9 July 1797) was an Anglo-Irish statesman, journalist, writer, literary critic, philosopher, and parliamentary orator who is regarded as the founder of the social and cultural philosophy of conservatism. Regarded as one of the most influential conservative thinkers and writers, Burke spent...

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