Quote by George Leonard

History tells us more than we want to know about what is wrong with man, and we can hardly turn a page in the daily press without learning the specific time, place, and name of evil. But perhaps the most pervasive evil of all rarely appears in the news. This evil, the waste of human potential, is particularly painful to recognize for it strikes our parents and children, our friends and brothers, ourselves.

History tells us more than we want to know about what is wro

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that history often sheds light on the flaws and shortcomings of human beings. We are constantly confronted with news about the specific instances of evil prevalent in today's society. However, the quote argues that the most pervasive evil, which is the waste of human potential, often goes unnoticed and fails to make headlines. This type of evil is even more painful to acknowledge, as it affects our loved ones and ourselves directly. The quote serves as a reminder to recognize and address the impact of unrealized human potential in order to combat this pervasive evil.

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