56. "okay, maybe that was a little harsh..." In response to In response to 44
I was also reacting to the original post.
But just because someone is in a position of authority doesn't mean that they deserve that authority, or that they are using it wisely, or even that they should be treated with respect, necessarily.
I hate to invoke Hitler, it's too easy, but...you know?
What would this world look like if authority were always blindly obeyed and never challenged? Can you imagine?
People in positions of authority abuse their power all the time, they make disastrous decisions, they act foolishly, etc. Don't they need to be held accountable for that? Should there be no criticism, no consequences? How could you possibly think that?
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The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.