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.”
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.
Seek inclusive governance.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- policy design
- civic engagement
- organizational leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can any system be truly selfless?
- What safeguards reduce corruption?
Perfect representation is unrealistic.