Quote by Jean Anouilh

Effective action is always unjust.

Effective action is always unjust.

Summary

This quote suggests that any action taken to achieve a desired outcome is inevitably unfair or unjust in some way. The implication is that in order to bring about change or accomplish something, one might have to make choices or take actions that may not be perceived as morally right or just by certain individuals or groups. It challenges the notion that one can create significant change without causing some level of harm or inequality.

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By Jean Anouilh

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