Hire people smarter than you are and encourage them to bloom.
Ben BradleeRead
Sometimes I am convinced there is nothing wrong with this country that couldn't be cured by the magical implantation of ethical standards on us all - leaders and followers. Until that becomes doable, the Center for Public Integrity is just about the best thing we have going for us.
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What this quote means
The quote expresses a belief that ethical standards can improve society, highlighting the importance of integrity.
In this quote, Ben Bradlee reflects on the challenges facing society and suggests that the root issues can be addressed through the universal adoption of ethical standards. He emphasizes that both leaders and citizens must uphold these values to create positive change, and until such a transformation is possible, organizations like the Center for Public Integrity play a crucial role in promoting honesty and accountability.
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Ethical StandardsIntegritySocietyLeadershipAccountability
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During a speech about the importance of ethics in public service.
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