"原則よりも特権を重んじる国民は、やがて両方を失う。"
— Dwight D. Eisenhower
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Simplified Meaning:
When a group of people cares more about their special rights and advantages than about their moral or ethical beliefs, they risk losing both. For example, if a country focuses only on wealth and ignores justice and fairness, the society may become corrupt and fall apart. Imagine a sports team where players only care about winning unfairly rather than playing by the rules. Eventually, the team might be banned from competitions, losing both their ability to play and their reputation. To avoid this, individuals and communities should prioritize what is right and just, not just what benefits them the most. By doing so, they can maintain both their values and their privileges.
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