Quote by Thornton Wilder

Ninety-nine per cent of the people in the world are fools and the rest of us are in great danger of contagion.

Ninety-nine per cent of the people in the world are fools an

Summary

This quote suggests that the vast majority of people in the world are foolish, lacking wisdom or good judgment. The speaker implies that this majority poses a risk or threat to the remaining small percentage who possess wiser insights. The notion of "contagion" suggests that the foolishness or detrimental behavior of the majority can have a negative influence or impact on those who are more discerning or knowledgeable. Overall, the quote highlights the speaker's skepticism towards the collective intelligence or decision-making abilities of the majority, cautioning against being swayed or affected by their actions.

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