To doubt one's own first principles is the mark of a civilized man. Don't defend past actions; what … - Hyman Rickover

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Every human being is born without faith. Faith comes only through the process of making decisions to change before we can be sure it's the right move.

Hyman Rickover

To doubt one's own first principles is the mark of a civilized man. Don't defend past actions; what is right today may be wrong tomorrow. Don't be consistent; consistency is the refuge of fools.

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Good ideas are not adopted automatically. They must be driven into practice with courageous impatience.

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Responsibility is a unique concept. . . You may share it with others, but your portion is not diminished. You may delegate it, but it is still with you. . . If responsibility is rightfully yours, no evasion, or ignorance or passing the blame can shift the burden to someone else. Unless you can point your finger at the man who is responsible when something goes wrong, then you have never had anyone really responsible.

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The man in charge must concern himself with details. If he does not consider them important, neither will his subordinates.

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Be ever questioning. Ignorance is not bliss. It is oblivion. You don't go to heaven if you die dumb. Become better informed. Lean from others' mistakes. You could not live long enough to make them all yourself.

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