His face is livid, gaunt his whole body, his breath is green with gall; his tongue drips poison.
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This mode of electioneering suited neither my taste nor my principles. I thought it equally unsuitable to my personal character and to the station in which I am placed.
Interpretation
What this quote means
John Quincy Adams expresses his disdain for certain election tactics that conflict with his values and character.
In this quote, John Quincy Adams reflects on the integrity of political campaigning and how he believed certain methods did not align with his principles or personal character. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining one's values and the appropriateness of behavior in the context of oneβs role, suggesting that integrity should guide the actions of leaders in public service.
Themes
IntegrityPoliticsCharacterPrinciplesElection
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a leadership seminar to discuss the importance of integrity in politics.
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