Selfinterest should not outweigh common good from "summary" of Common Sense by Thomas Paine
It is a truth so fundamental, so plain and obvious, that it should need no explanation: the welfare of the whole should always take precedence over the interests of the few. When individuals allow their personal gain to overshadow the collective benefit, they sow the seeds of discord and division, weakening the very fabric of society. Self-interest, when left unchecked, can lead to corruption, inequality, and injustice. It can blind individuals to the needs and rights of others, creating a world where the powerful thrive at the expense of the weak. The common good, on the other hand, is the cornerstone of a just and harmonious society. It is the principle that guides us towards equality, fairness, and mutual respect. To prioritize self-interest over the common good is to turn our backs on our fellow human beings. It is to abandon the principles ...
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