Selfinterest can cloud judgment from "summary" of The Quiet American by Graham Greene
Pyle's self-interest blinded him to the consequences of his actions. He believed he was acting in the best interest of the Vietnamese people, but his motives were clouded by his desire to further his own agenda. This led him to make decisions that had far-reaching and devastating effects on the lives of those around him. Pyle's self-assuredness in his own righteousness made him unable to see the bigger picture. He was convinced that his actions were noble and justified, even as they caused harm and destruction. His belief in his own moral superiority prevented him from questioning his own motives and considering the consequences of his actions. Pyle's self-interest also made him susceptible to manipulation. His blind faith in his own ideals made him an easy target for those who sought to use him for their own purposes. His inability to see beyond his own desire...
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