Dealings Quote by Hannah Arendt

“Truthfulness has never been counted among the political virtues, and lies have always been regarded as justifiable tools in political dealings.” quote by Hannah Arendt — Download Open image

“Truthfulness has never been counted among the political virtues, and lies have always been regarded as justifiable tools in political dealings.”

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