Nothing indicates the soundness of a man's judgment so…
“Nothing indicates the soundness of a man's judgment so much as knowing how to choose between two disadvantages.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Judgment is proven by the ability to pick the lesser of two evils.
In simple terms: Choosing the better of two bad options shows good judgment.
Weigh options carefully.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal dilemmas
- business negotiations
- policy choices
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you evaluate which disadvantage is less harmful?
- What criteria guide your choice?
Choosing between two disadvantages can still lead to poor outcomes if both are harmful.