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Morality and Obedience – Quote by H. L. Mencken

„Morality is doing what is right regardless of what you are told. Obedience is doing what is told regardless of what is right.“

H. L. MenckenQuote by H. L. Mencken on morality and obedience: Morality means doing what is right regardless of what is told.
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Henry Louis Mencken, commonly known as H. L. Mencken in America, was an American writer, journalist, literary critic, columnist, satirist, and cultural critic of German descent.

This quote clearly distinguishes between morality and obedience and emphasizes the importance of acting on one's own responsibility.


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Henry Louis Mencken (1880–1956) was an influential American writer, journalist, and critic of German heritage. Known for his sharp social commentary and satire, he addressed issues of culture, politics, and society.

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