Friendship is the only thing in the world concerning the usefulness of which all mankind are agreed.
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Persistence in a single view has never been regarded as a merit in political leaders.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Political leaders are often criticized for being too rigid in their views and should instead embrace flexibility and adaptability.
Marcus Tullius Cicero suggests that political leaders must not cling stubbornly to a single perspective. Instead, the merit of a leader lies in their ability to adapt, listen to differing opinions, and evolve their thinking in response to new information. This flexibility can lead to more effective leadership and better decision-making in governance.
Themes
PersistenceLeadershipPoliticsFlexibilityAdaptability
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of adaptive leadership, one might quote Cicero to illustrate that rigidity can hinder effective governance.
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