I have found little that is 'good' about human beings on the whole. In my experience most of them are trash, no matter whether they publicly subscribe to this or that ethical doctrine or to none at all. That is something that you cannot say aloud, or perhaps even think.

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This quote reflects the speaker's cynicism and disillusionment with humanity. They express a negative view, suggesting that in their experience, most individuals are morally bankrupt or unprincipled regardless of their professed ethical beliefs. The quote highlights the speaker's belief that openly expressing such a sentiment is taboo and may be met with criticism or societal disapproval.

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