Quote by Woodrow Wilson

A little group of willful men reflecting no opinion but their own have rendered the great Government of the United States helpless and contemptible.

A little group of willful men reflecting no opinion but thei

Summary

This quote refers to a small group of individuals who, through their strong-willed and stubborn nature, reflect only their own opinions, disregarding the broader perspectives. As a result, this narrow-mindedness has led to the overall government of the United States becoming powerless and losing the respect of its citizens. It criticizes the detrimental impact that the self-interested actions of a few can have on the effectiveness and image of a larger governing body.

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Selfishness

By Woodrow Wilson

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