On the record
It ought not to be necessary for me to warn you against mere sentimentality, against the philanthropy and charity which are not merely insufficient but harmful.
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gutenberg.orgIt ought not to be necessary for me to warn you against mere sentimentality, against the philanthropy and charity which are not merely insufficient but harmful.
He critiques superficial philanthropy that lacks genuine effectiveness, advocating for meaningful charity instead.
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