Quote by John McCarthy

An excessive knowledge of Marxism is a sign of a misspent youth.

An excessive knowledge of Marxism is a sign of a misspent yo

Summary

This quote suggests that spending a significant amount of time and energy studying Marxism during one's youth is seen as a waste. It implies that dedicating oneself solely to studying and comprehending Marxist ideology may be redundant or unnecessary. It may be implying that youth is a time for exploration and diverse learning, and that a singular focus on any particular subject, such as Marxism, could hinder personal growth or limit one's perspectives.

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By John McCarthy

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