February 2, 2026
“Sometimes we register surprise, shock, and anger when people find fault with AA. We are apt to be disturbed to such an extent that we cannot benefit from constructive criticism. This sort of resentment makes no friends and achieves no constructive purpose. Certainly, this is an area in which we can improve.”
AA Co-Founder, Bill W., July 1965, “Responsibility Is Our Theme”, The Language of the Heart
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