Quotation by

Frank Lloyd Wright

Early in life I had to choose between honest arrogance and hypocritical humility. I chose the former and have seen no reason to change.

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Frank Lloyd Wright is saying that he decided to be openly confident, even if it seemed arrogant, rather than pretend to be humble in a dishonest way. He stands by this choice because he believes being straightforward about his pride is better than hiding behind false modesty.

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