The greatest punishment for those who are not interested in… - Arnold Toynbee

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The greatest punishment for those who are not interested in politics is that they are governed by people who are.

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Arnold Toynbee

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Arnold Toynbee (23 August 1852 – 9 March 1883) was an English economic historian noted for his social commitment and desire to improve the living conditions of the working classes; he was the uncle of Arnold J. Toynbee.

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The greatest punishment for those who are not interested in politics is that they are governed by people who are. - Arnold Toynbee

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