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Eric Hoffer, a self-taught American thinker known for observing everyday human behavior, highlighted a striking contradiction in how people respond to support and authority through his famous line. The quote of the day reflects how individuals may sometimes reject or resist those who offer help or care, yet still submit to harsher or more oppressive forces. Hoffer uses this observation to show that human behavior is often inconsistent, shaped by emotion, fear, and dependence rather than logic alone.