Quote by Michael Scott

It just seems awfully mean. But sometimes, the ends justify the mean.

It just seems awfully mean. But sometimes, the ends justify

Summary

This quote suggests that sometimes, even if an action seems cruel or harsh, it may be justified if it ultimately leads to a positive or desired outcome. It acknowledges that the means used to achieve certain ends may not always be pleasant, but if the overall result is beneficial or necessary, then the initial harshness can be justified. This quote prompts reflection on the complex ethical questions surrounding the tradeoff between benevolent outcomes and the methods employed to achieve them.

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