"如果你看到欺诈却不说是欺诈你就是欺诈"
— Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Simplified Meaning:
If you notice someone doing something dishonest, like cheating or stealing, and you don't speak up about it, people might see you as dishonest too. For instance, imagine you're at school, and you see another student copying answers during a test. If you don't tell the teacher or at least encourage the person to stop, you're almost like an accomplice, silently agreeing with what they're doing. In history, there were people who stayed silent during unfair events, which made it seem like they were okay with those events. For example, during the civil rights movement, some people didn't speak up against racial segregation, which made it harder to change those unfair rules. If you want to avoid being seen as part of the problem, it's important to act when you spot something wrong. You don't always have to confront the person directly, but letting someone know can help fix the issue. This way, you're showing that you value honesty and fairness, and it's clear which side you're on.