1,070 Quotes by E. O. Wilson

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    In 2010, my two Harvard mathematician colleagues and I dismantled kin-selection theory, which was the reigning theory of the origin of altruism at the time.

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    They were all outstanding coaches, every one of them. If it got any more thorough, I wouldn't be around. I had to come home and rest.

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    So, the ant way of life is very ancient and very successful. As far as human beings are concerned, we've been around for only one million years--too soon be sure.

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    Perry gave us an outstanding performance right when we needed it. If you'd see him every day, you'd realize he's as calm as anyone when the game is on the line.

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    Kara is such an intelligent girl. She was such a good presence for us inside. She really stepped up today and hit some key baskets for us in the second half.

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    The real problem of humanity is the following: we have paleolithic emotions; medieval institutions; and god-like technology. And it is terrifically dangerous, and it is now approaching a point of crisis overall.

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    They play great defense, a great match-up zone. They put pressure on the ball. And they have two outstanding sisters. If it's not one of them doing something, it's the other one.

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