— John Kenneth Galbraith"The modern conservative is engaged in one of man's oldest exercises in moral philosophy that is, the search for a superior moral justification for selfishness."
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This quotation examines the core nature of Philosophy as articulated by John Kenneth Galbraith. Within historical and literary traditions, reflections on Philosophy provide actionable mental models, challenging individuals to evaluate personal ethics, self-discipline, and daily actions.
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