Quote by Plutarch

They are wrong who think that politics is like an ocean voyage or a military campaign, something to be done with some particular end in view, something which leaves off as soon as that end is reached. It is not a public chore, to be got over with. It is a way of life. It is the life of a domesticated political and social creature who is born with a love for public life, with a desire for honor, with a feeling for his fellows; and it lasts as long as need be.

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Summary

This quote challenges the notion that politics is simply a means to an end. It suggests that politics is not a mere task to be completed and set aside, but rather a way of life that encompasses a person's values, aspirations, and relationships with others. Politics is portrayed as a lifelong commitment rooted in an inherent love for public life, a quest for recognition, and an empathy for fellow human beings. The quote emphasizes that political engagement endures as long as it is necessary, highlighting the ongoing dedication required for those involved in the political sphere.

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