It is the around-the-corner brand of hope that prompts people to action, while the distant hope acts as an opiate.
Eric HofferHe who has nothing and wants something is less frustrated than he who has something and wants more.
Eric HofferOur credulity is greatest concerning the things we know least about. And since we know least about ourselves, we are ready to believe all that is said about us. Hence the mysterious power of both flattery and calumny.
Eric HofferNo matter how noble the objectives of a government, if it blurs decency and kindness, cheapens human life, and breeds ill will and suspicion; it is an evil government.
Eric Hoffer