"まともな人は誰でも自分の政府を恥じている。"
— H. L. Mencken
Simplified Meaning:
People who care about doing the right thing often feel embarrassed or upset about how their country's leaders act. This happens because governments sometimes make bad decisions that hurt people or go against what is fair and just. For example, if a government starts a war for selfish reasons, it can make good people feel ashamed because they know it's wrong to hurt others without a good cause. Imagine a student who always follows the rules and treats others with respect. If that student sees their school principal being unfair or mean to others, it would make them feel uncomfortable or embarrassed to be part of that school. In the same way, a responsible citizen might feel uneasy about their government's actions if those actions do not align with their own values of honesty and kindness. To deal with this feeling, people can try to be more involved in making things better. They might vote for leaders who they believe are good-hearted and responsible, or they could join groups that work towards positive change. By doing this, they're not just sitting quietly with their shame, but actively trying to build a community or country that reflects what they believe is right.