Quote by James Thurber

Man has gone long enough, or even too long, without being man enough to face the simple truth that the trouble with man is man.

Man has gone long enough, or even too long, without being ma

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This quote suggests that humans have failed to acknowledge the fundamental truth that the main source of problems in the world is humanity itself. It implies that blaming external forces or circumstances is a way of evading responsibility for the actions and choices of individuals. In order to address and resolve these issues, the quote implies that humans must first recognize their own shortcomings and take ownership of their role in perpetuating problems.

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