Quote by G. K. Chesterton

Compromise used to mean that half a loaf was better than no bread. Among modern statesmen it really seems to mean that half a loaf ;is better than a whole loaf.

Compromise used to mean that half a loaf was better than no

Summary

This quote highlights the shift in the meaning of compromise among modern statesmen. Earlier, compromise was viewed as a practical solution where getting half of what one desires was better than getting nothing at all. However, in contemporary times, compromise seems to have taken on a different connotation. It now suggests that settling for less, or only obtaining half of what is desired, is considered superior to achieving the full desired outcome. This observation implies a diminishing value placed on achieving complete or satisfactory results in today's political landscape.

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By G. K. Chesterton

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