Quote by Henry David Thoreau

They will wait, well disposed, for others to remedy evil, that they may no longer have have it to regret.

They will wait, well disposed, for others to remedy evil, th

Summary

This quote suggests that some people tend to passively wait for others to fix problems or resolve evils instead of taking action themselves. They express a positive attitude, but their inclination is to rely on someone else to address the issue so that they can avoid later regrets. The quote highlights a tendency to shift responsibility and expect others to find solutions rather than actively participate in bringing about change.

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