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In the republic of mediocrity, genius is dangerous.
In the republic of mediocrity, genius is dangerous.
A mediocre idea that generates enthusiasm will go further than a great idea that inspires no one.
A mediocre idea that generates enthusiasm will go further than a great idea that inspires no one.
Mediocre men often have the most acquired knowledge.
Mediocre men often have the most acquired knowledge.
Jealousy is the tribute mediocrity pays to genius.
Jealousy is the tribute mediocrity pays to genius.
"Mediocrity" doesn't mean average intelligence, it means an average intelligence that resents and envies its betters
"Mediocrity" doesn't mean average intelligence, it means an average intelligence that resents and envies its betters
In the republic of mediocrity, genius is dangerous
In the republic of mediocrity, genius is dangerous
Not doing more than the average is what keeps the average down.
Not doing more than the average is what keeps the average down.
Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognizes genius.
Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognizes genius.
Great innovators and original thinkers and artists attract the wrath of mediocrities as lightning.
Great innovators and original thinkers and artists attract the wrath of mediocrities as lightning.
