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Theodor Adorno - He who stands aloof runs the risk of...

He who stands aloof runs the risk of believing himself better than others and misusing his critique of society as an ideology for his private interest. (Theodor Adorno)

He who stands aloof runs the risk of believing himself better than others and misusing his critique of society as an ideology for his private interest.

Theodor Adorno

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