A college education shows a man how little other people know.
– Thomas Chandler Haliburton

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    Thomas Chandler Haliburton’s quote humorously reflects the perspective that acquiring a college education often reveals to an individual the extent of others’ knowledge or lack thereof. It implies that through higher education, a person gains insights and expertise in certain subjects, realizing the limitations or gaps in the knowledge of others who might not have received similar educational opportunities. This quote highlights the idea that higher education can sometimes provide individuals with a deeper understanding or specialized knowledge, making them more aware of the general level of knowledge among people who have not pursued similar academic paths.

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