The majority cares little for ideals and integrity. What it craves is display.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Most people care more about appearance than about having real integrity.
- In plain terms
- People prefer showy displays over honest values.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on substance not just appearances.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you value image or integrity?
- Does society prefer show?
Another view
It generalizes the majority too harshly.
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