A single act of injustice does not make one unjust, just as ... - Foot, Philippa

This quote is attributed to Foot, Philippa.

"A single act of injustice does not make one unjust, just as one swallow does not make spring."

Foot, Philippa Justice

Philosopher British 1920–2010

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