Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge

In politics, what begins in fear usually ends in folly.

In politics, what begins in fear usually ends in folly.

Summary

This quote suggests that political decisions driven by fear often lead to unwise and misguided outcomes. It implies that when policymakers act out of a sense of fear and anxiety, they are more prone to making irrational choices that may result in negative consequences. By emphasizing the connection between fear and folly in politics, the quote highlights the importance of approaching governance with logical reasoning and sound judgment rather than succumbing to fear-driven decision-making.

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Politics

By Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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