He told us he was going to take crime out of the streets. He did. He took it into the damn White House.
Ralph AbernathyRead
No man should have a political office because he wants a job.
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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