We hate stupidity even more than selfishness, but what exactly is stupidity? And what makes it the most dangerous force on earth?
Those who incur losses to themselves while creating benefits for others are helpless people.
Those who create benefits for others, while also benefiting themselves are intelligent people.
Those who create benefits for themselves while causing losses to others are bandits.
And finally, those who incur losses to both themselves and others are stupid people.
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