"A society that gets rid of all its troublemakers goes downhill"
- Robert A. Heinlein
About this Quote
This quote by Robert A. Heinlein suggests that a society requires its nuisances in order to progress. Without them, the society would be not able to determine and address issues that need to be resolved in order to move forward. Nuisances are frequently seen as disruptive, but they can likewise be seen as representatives of modification. They are the ones who challenge the status quo and push for progress. Without them, a society would end up being stagnant and unable to move forward. They are the ones who bring about the required modifications that are needed for a society to flourish. Without them, a society would be not able to progress and would eventually go downhill.
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