Quote by George Orwell

I hate purity, I hate goodness. I don't want any virtue to exist anywhere. I want everyone to be corrupt to the bones.

I hate purity, I hate goodness. I don't want any virtue to e

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This quote expresses a deep disdain for purity and goodness, with a desire for everyone to possess corruption. It suggests a rejection of moral values and a preference for a world devoid of virtue. The speaker appears to have a negative perspective on the idea of goodness, potentially reflecting a cynical or nihilistic mindset that rejects the concept of purity altogether.

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