Quotation by

George Bernard Shaw

Until the men of action clear out the talkers we who have social consciences are at the mercy of those who have none.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

George Bernard Shaw is saying that people who care about society are vulnerable because those who only talk without acting remain in control. He believes real change requires people who take action to remove those who just make empty speeches.

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