Quote by Adlai Stevenson

Those who corrupt the public mind are just as evil as those who steal from the public purse.

Those who corrupt the public mind are just as evil as those

Summary

This quote emphasizes the equal depravity of those who manipulate the collective mentality of society and those who embezzle from public resources. It suggests that individuals who corrupt the public mind - influencing perceptions, fostering ignorance, or distorting information - are as morally reprehensible as those who engage in financial misconduct. By promoting the notion that both acts are equally evil, the quote stresses the profound impact of intellectual manipulation on the wellbeing and integrity of a community. It underscores the broader significance of safeguarding collective consciousness and resources for a just and democratic society.

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