Quote by Henry Kissinger

Moderation is a virtue only in those who are thought to have an alternative.

Moderation is a virtue only in those who are thought to have

Summary

This quote suggests that moderation is only seen as a virtue for individuals who are considered to have another option or choice. It implies that being moderate is favorable only when there is another perceived extreme or extreme perspective that one could adopt. In other words, moderation is considered praiseworthy when contrasted with an extreme or radical standpoint that exists within a particular context or situation.

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By Henry Kissinger

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