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No man should have a political office because he wants a job.
Franklin Knight Lane
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Political office should not be pursued for personal gain or employment.

This quote emphasizes that individuals seeking political office should do so out of a genuine desire to serve the public and contribute to society, rather than for personal financial or career advancement. It highlights the importance of integrity and altruism in leadership roles.

Themes

PoliticsOfficeLeadershipIntegrityService

In practice

Example use cases

During a political debate, to emphasize the importance of serving the public.

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