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A government must not waiver once it has chosen its course. It must not look to the left or right but go forward.
Otto Von Bismarck
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Interpretation

What this quote means

A government should remain steadfast in its decisions and avoid distractions.

This quote emphasizes the importance of decisiveness and commitment in leadership. Once a government or leader selects a path or course of action, it must not be swayed by external pressures or opinions but rather persist in moving forward, underscoring the value of determination and focus in governance.

Themes

LeadershipDecisivenessDeterminationGovernanceCommitment

In practice

Example use cases

In a speech addressing national policy, a leader might reference this quote to encourage unity and focus.

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