Quote by Joseph Fouche

It is worse than a crime: it is a mistake.

It is worse than a crime: it is a mistake.

Summary

This quote, often attributed to Napoleon Bonaparte, suggests that making a mistake is not just an ordinary occurrence, it is something far more detrimental. It implies that committing an error can have consequences that surpass traditional measures of wrongdoing, implying that it can prove to be more damaging and impactful. The quote reminds us to not underestimate the power of mistakes and their potential to create long-lasting consequences.

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Mistakes

By Joseph Fouche

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