Quote by Gore Vidal

A good deed never goes unpunished.

A good deed never goes unpunished.

Summary

This quote suggests that sometimes, a person's good intentions and actions can lead to negative consequences or unintended outcomes. Despite having the intention of doing something positive or kind, the person may end up facing unexpected challenges or punishments as a result. It serves as a cautionary reminder that despite one's best intentions and efforts, the world and its outcomes are often unpredictable and may not always reward or appreciate acts of goodness.

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