Quote by George Weigel

Ideas have consequences and bad ideas can have lethal consequences.

Ideas have consequences and bad ideas can have lethal conseq

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This quote emphasizes the influence and impact of ideas on the outcomes and consequences of our actions. It suggests that the outcome of implementing an idea, whether good or bad, can have far-reaching consequences, even to the extent of being deadly. It serves as a reminder of the importance of critically evaluating ideas before adopting or promoting them, as they have the potential to shape our world in both positive and negative ways.

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