Quote by George Bernard Shaw

Men have to do some awfully mean things to keep up their respectability.

Men have to do some awfully mean things to keep up their res

Summary

This quote suggests that in order for men to maintain a faÃ§ade of respectability, they may find themselves compelled to engage in morally questionable or cruel actions. It implies that societal expectations place burdens on men, and they may feel pressured to sacrifice their principles or engage in behaviors that contradict their own personal values. This could highlight the problematic nature of societal norms and the potential toll they have on individuals who conform to them.

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Men

By George Bernard Shaw

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