Quote by Ambrose Bierce

We submit to the majority because we have to. But we are not compelled to call our attitude of subjection a posture of respect.

We submit to the majority because we have to. But we are not

Summary

This quote suggests that society often follows the majority due to necessity, but it doesn't imply that our submission equates to genuine respect. It highlights the idea that conformity doesn't reflect a genuine admiration or agreement with the majority's viewpoint, but rather a requirement or obligation to comply. It challenges the notion that submission should be automatically associated with respect, hinting that true respect should be earned rather than simply given based on numbers.

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Attitude

By Ambrose Bierce

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