Quote by Jean-Paul Sartre

As far as men go, it is not what they are that interests me, but what they can become.

As far as men go, it is not what they are that interests me,

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker is not concerned with the current state of individuals, but rather with their potential for growth and development. Rather than focusing on their present qualities or accomplishments, the speaker is interested in the possibilities and potentials that lie within people. It emphasizes the importance of seeing beyond surface-level attributes and instead recognizing the capacity for change, transformation, and personal growth in others.

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Men

By Jean-Paul Sartre

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