Quote by Sy Leon

The question is not whether the system works, but whether we like the way it works. Just because something works doesn't mean it is desirable. Concentration camps work, if your purpose is to enslave people. Stealing works, if all you care about is money. Lying works, if you don't give a damn about your personal integrity. Literally anything, no matter how monstrously immoral will work, depending on your desires and how you define the term work,

The question is not whether the system works, but whether we

Summary

This quote challenges the conventional notion that the effectiveness of a system automatically makes it desirable or morally justifiable. It suggests that the evaluation of a system should not solely be based on whether it achieves its intended goals, but also on the ethical and moral implications of its workings. The examples of concentration camps, stealing, and lying highlight that something can be functional and achieve certain outcomes, but still be morally reprehensible, emphasizing the importance of considering the broader consequences and values when evaluating the worthiness of a system.

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