Elie Kedourie Quote - Liberty Quotes Blog

"Any philosophy worth considering must attempt to account for the existence of evil in the world."

by:	Elie Kedourie (1926-1992) British�historian�of the�Middle East, Professor of Poltics at the�London School of Economics
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Only death and taxes are forever. Exceptions to everything else. -- Cal, Lewisville, TX
OK, I like it -- Mike, Norwalk
Every animal in the world has to look twice before taking a drink of water, on the lookout for predators. There is no reason to assume that a man doesn't also have to be prepared to defend himself against other human predators. In particular, those with immense wealth and power are the most dangerous -- for them, might makes right. -- E Archer, NYC
Consider Plato and Republicanism. Must account, not attempt to. Through experience. -- watchman 13, USA
Elie Kedourie was clearly unfamiliar with philosophy as many self-serving politicians (but I repeat myself) seem to be. -- anonymous