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“What clever man has ever needed to commit a crime? Crime is the last resort of political half-wits.” quote by Charles Maurice de Talleyrand
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“What clever man has ever needed to commit a crime? Crime is the last resort of political half-wits.”

Charles Maurice de Talleyrand

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Only those lacking intellect resort to crime; intelligent people use other means to achieve goals.

In simple terms: Crime is a last resort for the foolish.

Key Takeaway

Choose lawful solutions.

Themes

politics ethics intelligence

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • political negotiation
  • business competition
  • legal disputes
  • social activism

Key Concepts

rational choice policy strategic thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is illegal action justified?
  • Can political constraints force unethical choices?
A Different Perspective

Complex problems sometimes leave no clear lawful path.

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