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Good Cause Quotes

Worth defending, flaws and all.

A good cause, these quotes argue, doesn't need to be perfectly efficient or free of overzealous supporters to remain worthwhile. One line makes that case directly, while another softens it with real-world nuance. Related reading sits under Notes quotes.

Every good cause is worth some inefficiency.

Quotes by Paul Samuelson

A good cause need not be tarnished by its most fanatical expressions. But it is rarely helped by them.

Quotes by Douglas Murray

I have been growing this moustache, a budding Burt Reynolds number, for a good cause known as Movember.

Quotes by David Sax

Frequently Asked Questions

Do these good cause quotes defend imperfect charity efforts?
Yes, they argue a cause can be worthwhile even if it's inefficient or attracts overly zealous supporters.
Is there a quote acknowledging inefficiency in charity work?
Yes, one line states directly that some inefficiency is an acceptable price for supporting a worthwhile cause.
What does the quote about fanatical expressions mean?
It suggests a cause isn't ruined by extreme supporters, though it rarely benefits from them either.
Is there a lighthearted example in this set?
Yes, one quote ties charitable effort to a well-known annual fundraiser involving growing a moustache.
What related topics can I explore next?
See also Commodities or Hubris quotes.

The final quote lightens the mood considerably, tying charitable effort to a well-known annual moustache-growing fundraiser. See also Commodities or Hubris quotes.