Culture of Cheating

Author: David Kalhan
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: The term "cheating" as understood in the West carries multiple meanings, such as "fraud," "cheating," and "deception," and it is actually very close to what we currently refer to as "skill." The author points out that when those in power act unscrupulously, winning through deceit and amassing wealth, those below will inevitably follow suit. Eventually, the essential elements that a society relies on—such as loyalty, integrity, and kindness—will be completely eroded. When a society follows this example, and everyone believes that success is impossible without mischief, each person uses others' mischief as a justification for their own and as an excuse to excuse themselves, at which point the sense of mutual obligation between people can no longer be maintained. Honesty is more important than excellence, whether you belong to the winning class or the anxious class, you should read this book. Recommended by The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, and Publishers Weekly. Written by David Kalhan, founder of the American Democracy Institute. This book has a complete structure, filled with compelling data and stories that care about public welfare, providing a ruthless and merciless overview.