Quote by John Stuart Mill

The general tendency of things throughout the world is to render mediocrity the ascendant power among mankind.

The general tendency of things throughout the world is to re

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a pattern in the world where mediocrity tends to rise as the dominant force among people. It implies that average or ordinary qualities and abilities are becoming more prevalent and influential compared to excellence or exceptionalism. The quote implies that society often undervalues and overlooks extraordinary talents and instead emphasizes and follows the path of mediocrity, leading to a general tendency of mediocrity being the driving force in various aspects of life.

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By John Stuart Mill

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