Curses on the law! Most of my fellow citizens are the sorry consequences of uncommitted abortions.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author blames society's laws and citizens for moral failure and lack of commitment.
- In plain terms
- He blames citizens for society's problems.
- What can you take from it?
- Blame often targets collective responsibility.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who is responsible for society's failures?
- How should citizens respond to bad laws?
Another view
Society's issues are complex and not solely due to individuals.
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