Quote by Archibald Cox

I confess that I cannot understand how we can plot, lie, cheat and commit murder abroad and remain humane, honorable, trustworthy and trusted at home.

I confess that I cannot understand how we can plot, lie, che

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This quote expresses the speaker's confusion and inability to comprehend how someone can engage in immoral or deceitful actions in foreign lands, yet still maintain a sense of humanity, honor, trustworthiness, and be trusted within their own community or country. The quote suggests that there is a contradiction between someone's behavior and character, questioning how one can have such a stark contrast in their values and actions in different settings.

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