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Corrupt Quote by Herbert Spencer

“So long as selfishness makes government needful at all, it must make every government corrupt, save one in which all men are represented.” quote by Herbert Spencer
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“So long as selfishness makes government needful at all, it must make every government corrupt, save one in which all men are represented.”

Herbert Spencer

About This Quote

Selfishness corrupts governments; only a fully representative system could avoid this.

In simple terms: Selfishness leads to corruption; true representation may prevent it.

Key Takeaway

Seek inclusive governance.

Themes

politics ethics corruption

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • policy design
  • civic engagement
  • organizational leadership

Key Concepts

selfishness representation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can any system be truly selfless?
  • What safeguards reduce corruption?
A Different Perspective

Perfect representation is unrealistic.

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