"It is of the essence of traditions that they cover or conceal their humble foundations by erecting impressive edifices on them."
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Leo Strauss
Leo Strauss (September 20, 1899 ā October 18, 1973) was a German-born American philosopher who specialized in the study of classical political philosophy.
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