Quote by Jean Rostand

We are not na?ve enough to ask for pure men; we ask merely for men whose impurity does not conflict with the obligations of their job.

We are not na?ve enough to ask for pure men; we ask merely f

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This quote suggests that it is unrealistic to expect people to be completely pure or free from flaws. Instead, it proposes that what is important is that individuals' impurities or imperfections do not interfere with their ability to fulfill the responsibilities and duties of their occupation. In other words, the quote emphasizes the need for individuals to maintain a level of ethical integrity and professionalism in their work, rather than striving for absolute moral perfection.

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