Better Quote by Bernhard Goetz
“Society is better off without certain people.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public comment on social policy, 1995
Some individuals are viewed as detrimental to society, suggesting that removing them could improve communal well‑being.
In simple terms: Certain people are seen as harmful.
Consider the value of inclusion.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community building
- law enforcement
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define “harmful”?
- How do we protect vulnerable groups?
Such judgments risk dehumanizing and erasing diversity.