Public officers are the servants and agents of the people, to execute the laws which the people have made.
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A truly American sentiment recognizes the dignity of labor and the fact that honor lies in honest toil.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Honest work is respected and valuable in society.
This quote by Grover Cleveland emphasizes the importance of recognizing and valuing hard work and labor. It reflects a belief that dignity and honor come from putting in honest effort, regardless of the nature of the work, and that society should appreciate and honor those who toil for their livelihood.
Themes
LaborDignityHonestyToilWork
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the value of hard work in a community gathering.
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