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Scandal begins when the police put a stop to it.

“Scandal begins when the police put a stop to it.” quote by Karl Kraus
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“Scandal begins when the police put a stop to it.”

Karl Kraus

About This Quote

Source Play: The Last Days of Mankind (Der letzte Tag des Menschengeschlechts) by Karl Kraus, 1919

Scandal arises when authorities intervene, exposing hidden misconduct.

In simple terms: Authority reveals scandal.

Key Takeaway

Watch for power abuse.

Themes

authority corruption media public scrutiny

Mood

cautious critical

Type

satirical political

When to use this quote

  • government investigations
  • whistleblowing
  • media exposés

Key Concepts

political satire social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who monitors those who enforce?
  • How can transparency be ensured?
A Different Perspective

Scandal may persist without enforcement.

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