Quote by Edward Abbey

One man alone can be pretty dumb sometimes, but for real bona fide stupidity, there ain't nothin' can beat teamwork.

One man alone can be pretty dumb sometimes, but for real bon

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that while an individual person may occasionally make foolish decisions, true stupidity is often seen in the actions of a group working together. It implies that the shared ignorance and lack of critical thinking within a team can result in even more unintelligent choices and outcomes than if each person acted independently. The quote highlights the potential pitfalls and consequences of group dynamics when rational thinking and sound judgment are lacking.

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By Edward Abbey

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