Quote by Charlie Chaplin

Man as an individual is a genius. But men in the mass form the headless monster, a great, brutish idiot that goes where prodded.

Man as an individual is a genius. But men in the mass form t

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals have the potential for intelligence and brilliance. However, when individuals come together as a collective, they may lose their individuality and become a mindless, irrational entity that can be easily manipulated or influenced. It implies that the actions and decisions of a group can be driven by external forces rather than rational thinking. The quote serves as a critique of the mob mentality and highlights the dangers of blindly following the crowd without critically thinking for oneself.

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