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Notes on the Biography of Franklin (12)
Chapter 5: Social Citizens (Philadelphia, 173 1 ~ 1748)

I. Building Cities on Earth: Independence and Citizen Participation

Franklin once put forward the famous saying that man is a social animal. This not only reflects his personal responsibility, but also reflects his personal view that charity is the link connecting society.

Franklin said, "giving up a little vanity for a while will bring you rich returns." .

Second, * * * Economic Association: to enhance social status

Third, the Great Awakening Era: Contrary to the Enlightenment Era

Franklin's typical reasoning process: wit and euphemism, expressing his views through fictional characters.

Fourth, the publishing war: the aroused desire for power.

There is an old saying: people who have helped you are willing to help you again, and they are more willing to do so than those who have helped you.

Poor Charlie's Almanac says, "If you want to keep a secret from your enemies, don't tell your friends".

5. Sally. Franklin: Daughter's Practical Education

6.polly? Baker: Fight against unfair attitudes towards women.

Seven, the establishment of the North American colonial philosophy society: links with other colonies.

Eight, financial freedom: put time and energy on other aspects.

Franklin said, "I would rather be told that he was happy when he was alive than that he was rich when he died."

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