Some social ills are preserved by the common misbelief that things such as ignorance, greed, and stupidity do not have the stamina required to reach old age.

Mokokoma Mokhonoana
Some social ills are preserved by the common misbelief that...
Some social ills are preserved by the common misbelief that...
Some social ills are preserved by the common misbelief that...
Some social ills are preserved by the common misbelief that...
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This is a very true and wise quote. People can live a long and fruitful life, despite the destructive and hurtful things that they do. If we believe that we will always be hurting others or ourselves, we will likely frustrate our own personal development and the future of our lives.

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