Quote by Whittaker Chambers
At issue in the Hiss Case was the question whether this sick society, which we call Western civilization, could in its extremity still cast up a man whose faith in it was so great that he would voluntarily abandon those things which men hold good, including life, to defend it.
Summary
This quote alludes to the Hiss Case, referring to Alger Hiss, an American government official accused of being a Soviet spy during the Cold War era. The quote ponders the state of Western civilization and its ability to produce individuals who are willing to sacrifice personal benefits, even their own lives, in order to protect and uphold its values. It questions whether such unwavering faith in society still exists, especially in times of crisis or when faced with compromising choices.
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Faith
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