If Nietzsche and Hegel serve as alibis to the masters of Dachau and Karaganda, that does not condemn their entire philosophy. But it does lead to the suspicion that one aspect of their thought, or of their logic, can lead to these appalling conclusions.

Summary

This quote suggests that although the philosophies of Nietzsche and Hegel cannot be entirely condemned just because they were used to justify the actions of the masters of Dachau and Karaganda (referring to the Nazi and Soviet camps), it does raise suspicions that certain aspects of their thinking or logic can lead to such horrific conclusions. It highlights the need to critically examine and question certain ideologies or philosophies, as they may have the potential to be interpreted and exploited in dangerous ways.

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