Greater good Quote by Christopher Farnsworth
““He has the same disease as all Americans. He believes the world can be made to behave, provided one is strong enough. He believes in the lesser evil for the greater good. He believes monsters can be tamed.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Blood Oath, 2014
He sees humanity as controllable, believing strength can tame monsters for a greater good.
In simple terms: He believes power can control evil for good.
Key Takeaway
Question the ethics of controlling others.
Themes
power
control
ethics
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- government policy
- corporate governance
- military intervention
- social engineering
Key Concepts
political philosophy
morality
utilitarianism
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it right to sacrifice liberty for safety?
- What defines a “lesser evil”?
A Different Perspective
Strong control can suppress freedoms.
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