For at least another hundred years we must pretend to ourselves and to every one that fair is foul and foul is fair; for foul is useful and fair is not. Avarice and usury and precaution must be our gods for a little longer still.

Summary

This quote suggests that society should continue to deceive itself for the next century. It argues that although certain actions may be morally wrong or unfair, they are necessary for survival and success. Therefore, people should continue to prioritize greed, financial gain, and cautiousness as guiding principles during this period. The quote implies that these principles may not align with notions of justice or fairness, but they are indispensable for societal progress in the foreseeable future.

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