Give me a child and I'll shape him into anything.
Behaviorism
Attributed, a common misquote or oversimplification of his views, he stated that with specific control of environment he could shape behavior, not 'anything'. The sentiment is widely attributed to him.
Unknown, likely mid-20th century
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