Quote by Russell Baker

Anything that isn't opposed by about 40 percent of humanity is either an evil business or so unimportant that it simply doesn't matter.

Anything that isn't opposed by about 40 percent of humanity

Summary

This quote suggests that if something is universally accepted or supported by the majority of people, it is likely either driven by selfish or immoral motives, or it is of such little significance that it holds no real value. It emphasizes the presence of disagreement and dissent in society, stating that anything truly important is bound to generate opposition from a significant portion of humanity. This challenges the notion of consensus and highlights the complexity of human values and interests.

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By Russell Baker

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