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To put the point sharply: If an informer in the French underground who sent a friend to the torture chambers of the Gest
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"To put the point sharply: If an informer in the French underground who sent a friend to the torture chambers of the Gestapo was equally a victim, then there can be no right or wrong in life that I understand"

- Albert Maltz

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This quote by Albert Maltz is a reflection on the moral ambiguity of life. He is suggesting that if an informer in the French underground, who sent out a buddy to the Gestapo's abuse chambers, can be seen as a victim, then there is no clear right or incorrect in life. He is indicating that life is not black and white, which there are often tones of grey in between. He is questioning the concept of morality, and whether it is possible to make a judgement on a circumstance when there are multiple point of views to think about. He is suggesting that life is intricate and that it is not always easy to identify what is right or incorrect. He is also recommending that it is necessary to consider all perspectives prior to making a judgement. Eventually, this quote is a tip that life is not constantly easy which it is essential to think about all sides of a scenario prior to making a judgement.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Albert Maltz between October 28, 1908 and April 26, 1985. He/she was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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