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We are selfish when we are exclusively or predominantly concerned with the good for ourselves. We are altruistic when we are exclusively or predominantly concerned with the good of others.

Mortimer Adler

Mortimer Adler Biography

  Nationality: American
Type: Philosopher

Born: December 28, 1902
Death: June 28, 2001
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