Quote by Hunter S. Thompson

In a closed society where everybody's guilty, the only crime is getting caught. In a world of thieves, the only final sin is stupidity.

In a closed society where everybody's guilty, the only crime

Summary

This quote suggests that in a society where everyone is considered guilty, the only crime that truly matters is being caught in the act. It implies that in such a society, there is an expectation of corruption and wrongdoing, and the only way to be truly punished is by being discovered. Furthermore, in a world full of dishonest individuals, the ultimate wrong is considered to be stupidity, as it puts one at a higher risk of being caught and punished for their actions. In essence, this quote reflects a cynical view of a society embroiled in deceit and the potential consequences for those involved.

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