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The follower of a labelled cause, movement, or party tends to become unfair to competing causes, exaggerating their weak points but minimizing or even shutting his eyes to those of his own. He who refuses to attach himself but remains independent is more likely to judge without prejudice and after genuine investigation of both sides.

-- Notebooks Category 1: Overview of the Quest > Chapter 3 : Independent Path > # 178