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How did Jonathan Swift label himself?

an exclusive
a misanthrope
a prophet
a pious man

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The answer is misanthrope. But some say Swift does not hate or mistrust his fellowman rather he shows man’s flaws in an effort to correct them. You cannot hate a person if what your intention is to make then see the error of their behavior. A person hates or distrust would not do that.

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