Aldous Huxley Quote - Everyone who wants to do good to the human race always ends in universal bullying.
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Everyone who wants to do good to the human race always ends in universal bullying.

"Everyone who wants to do good to the human race always ends in universal bullying."
— Aldous Huxley
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Aldous Huxley
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Meaning of this quote

The hyperbole criticizes reformers whose desire to improve humanity becomes coercive.

Key takeaway: Respect the agency of those you intend to help.

Origin of the quote

Novel: Time Must Have a Stop.

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Attributed author: Aldous Huxley

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