Quote by George Bernard Shaw

When a stupid man is doing something he is ashamed of, he always declares that it is his duty.

When a stupid man is doing something he is ashamed of, he al

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone who lacks intelligence or common sense is engaging in behavior that they know is wrong or embarrassing, they often justify it by claiming it is their obligation or responsibility to do so. It implies that individuals may employ the excuse of duty as a way to mask their own inadequacies and avoid taking accountability for their actions.

By George Bernard Shaw

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