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“Anything that isn't opposed by about 40 percent of humanity is either an evil business or so unimportant that it simply doesn't matter.” quote by Russell Baker
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“Anything that isn't opposed by about 40 percent of humanity is either an evil business or so unimportant that it simply doesn't matter.”

Russell Baker

About This Quote

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

If a majority of humanity opposes something, it is either evil or trivial, lacking significance.

In simple terms: If 40% oppose it, it's evil or trivial.

Key Takeaway

Assess the broader impact of ideas.

Themes

ethics society significance

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • social movements
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

majority opposition evil triviality

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do some ideas face opposition?
  • How to evaluate significance beyond majority?
A Different Perspective

Minorities may hold valuable perspectives.

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