The Haunting Truth of Dostoyevsky’s Demons

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Apr 13
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The Free Press - Benjamin Carlson - 13 April 2025

"We always assume moral warnings are meant for others. But Dostoyevsky doesn’t let you off that easily. The warning is not about your enemies. It’s about you."

"Every movement that burns hot enough will attract opportunists, zealots, and destroyers. Even the most righteous cause can be hollowed out from within."

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