Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for…
“Anyone who thinks he has a better idea of what's good for people than people do is a swine.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Assuming superiority over others' choices is arrogant and demeaning.
In simple terms: Don’t think you know better than people.
Respect others’ judgments.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public debates
- policy making
- community decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you assumed you knew better?
- How can you better listen to others?
May ignore expertise.