Category: Philosophy & Ethics
Only extraordinary circumstances can give the appearance of dishonesty to an honest man. Usually, not to _seem_ honest, is not to _be_ so. The quality must not be doubtful like twilight, lingering between night and day and taking hues from both; it must be day-light, clear, an...
Only extraordinary circumstances can give the appearance of dishonesty to an honest man. Usually, not to _seem_ honest, is not to _be_ so. The quality must not be doubtful like...
2. Chapter 29. A corrupt PUBLIC SENTIMENT produces dishonesty. A public sentiment, in which dishonesty is not disgraceful; in which bad men are respectable, are trusted, are honored, are ex...