Anyplace we go in the world, when someone asks us what we do, we feel an immense pride in saying, 'FBI.'
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Fidelity, Bravery, and Integrity set the expectations for behavior; they set a standard for our work. More than just a motto, for the men and women of the FBI, Fidelity, Bravery, and Integrity is a way of life.
Interpretation
Fidelity, Bravery, and Integrity serve as essential principles for the FBI, guiding the conduct and expectations of its members.
In this quote, Robert Mueller emphasizes that the core values of Fidelity, Bravery, and Integrity are not merely slogans but are fundamental to the identity and operations of the FBI. These principles embody the standard of conduct expected from its agents and reflect a commitment to ethical behavior and dedication to their service.
In practice
In a motivational speech about ethical leadership.
Anyplace we go in the world, when someone asks us what we do, we feel an immense pride in saying, 'FBI.'
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For the men and women of the FBI, bravery is reflected not only in the physical courage often necessary in the job. It can be seen in the courage of conviction, in the courage to act with wisdom in the face of fear, and in the courage it takes to admit mistakes and move forward.
For most of us, fidelity is faithfulness to an obligation, trust, or duty. For the men and women of the FBI, fidelity also means fidelity to country. It means fidelity to justice and the law, fidelity to the Constitution, fidelity to equality and liberty.
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