Conclusion Quote by Dennis Prager
“There is no limit to suffering human beings have been willing to inflict on others, no matter how innocent, no matter how young, and no matter how old. This fact must lead all reasonable human beings, that is, all human beings who take evidence seriously, to draw only one possible conclusion: Human nature is not basically good.”
About This Quote
Human history shows extensive cruelty across ages, suggesting that assuming innate human goodness is unreasonable; a more skeptical view of nature is warranted.
In simple terms: Human nature is not inherently good.
Key Takeaway
Adopt a realistic view of humanity.
Themes
human nature
morality
history
Mood
serious
skeptical
Type
reflective
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- justice reform
- media analysis
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
sociology
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports human goodness?
- How can societies foster kindness?
A Different Perspective
Not all humans act cruelly.
![“If they [liberals] didn't believe we were mean spirited they couldn't stay liberal. They have to believe they mean better than us, but we don't have to believe that we mean better than them. We have to believe that we do better than them. We measure morality by what happens not what is intended.” quote by Dennis Prager](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/95d/dennis-prager-631_believe_if-they-liberals-didn-t-believe-we-were_111894.jpg)
