Any altruistic system is inherently unstable, because it is open to abuse by selfish individuals, ready to exploit it. (Richard Dawkins)

Any altruistic system is inherently unstable, because it is open to abuse by selfish individuals, ready to exploit it.

Richard Dawkins

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