Quote by Henry David Thoreau

If the injustice is part of the necessary friction of the machine of government, let it go, let it go: perchance it will wear smooth,

If the injustice is part of the necessary friction of the ma

Summary

This quote suggests that if an injustice is a necessary byproduct of the government's functioning, it should be ignored and allowed to run its course. It implies that over time, this injustice may naturally diminish or be resolved. In essence, the quote advocates patience and acceptance of temporary injustices in the hope that they will eventually fade away.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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