Isaac AsimovIt is always useful, you see, to subject the past life of reform politicians to rather inquisitive research.
About This Quote
This quote speaks of the past life of someone who was a politician and later became a reformer. Before becoming a reformer, the politician had taken part in many wrongdoings and had even committed crimes that amounted to crimes against humanity. What he did and the things that he did was very wrong and reprehensible. However, as time passed, he became so aware of his crimes and made such an effort to atone for his wrongdoings that he came to be known as a reformer.
The quote tells us that it is always useful to research the past deeds of people who have changed their ways. We can use such information to judge whether they are truly repentant or simply making empty promises.
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