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“Mrs. Cole was a perfect democrat. She hated all kids equally.” quote by Stephen King
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“Mrs. Cole was a perfect democrat. She hated all kids equally.”

Stephen King

About This Quote

Source Short story: "The Ten O'Clock People" by Stephen King, 1972

A democratic ideal can be twisted into indifference, showing that fairness without compassion can be cruel.

In simple terms: Fairness without love is cold.

Key Takeaway

Balance justice with empathy.

Themes

politics fairness indifference

Mood

somber serious

Type

ethical reflective

When to use this quote

  • legal judgments
  • policy making
  • community leadership

Key Concepts

ethics humanity democracy

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does fairness become cruelty?
  • How to embed compassion in decisions?
A Different Perspective

Neutral fairness can ignore human suffering.

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