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It is not for us who are called to the philosophic work to meddle directly in the turmoils of politics, for usually such effort leads to nothing and brings the philosopher criticism or persecution. If, however, he has some useful ideas to contribute, it is better to do so indirectly, through other persons, than to directly get into the action himself.

-- Notebooks Category 13: Human Experience > Chapter 2 : Living in The World > # 586