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Those who cannot think or take responsibility for themselves need, and clamor for, a leader
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"Those who cannot think or take responsibility for themselves need, and clamor for, a leader"

- Hermann Hesse

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This quote by Hermann Hesse talks with the idea that those who do not have the capacity to believe on their own or take duty for their very own activities need a leader. Hesse is recommending that these people are usually desperate for somebody to take fee and supply instructions. He indicates that these people are incapable to choose by themselves as well as are searching for someone to give guidance and also structure. This quote can be interpreted as a warning versus blindly following a leader without thinking about the effects of their choices. It is very important to assume for oneself and take obligation for one's very own activities, rather than relying on someone else to choose for them.

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Germany Flag This quote is written / told by Hermann Hesse between July 2, 1877 and August 9, 1962. He/she was a famous Novelist from Germany. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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