Quote by John Adams

Abuse of words has been the great instrument of sophistry and chicanery, of party, faction, and division of society.

Abuse of words has been the great instrument of sophistry an

Summary

This quote highlights the detrimental impact that the misuse and manipulation of language can have on society. By emphasizing how words can be abused, it suggests that through sophistry (misleading arguments) and chicanery (trickery or deception), individuals and groups can exploit language to further their own agendas and sow division among people. The quote implies that this abuse of words has historically contributed to the formation of political parties, factions, and social divisions, emphasizing the power language holds in influencing and manipulating society.

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