Some of my friends support the measure, and some of my friends oppose it. I support my friends.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker prioritizes friendship over agreeing with specific policies.
- In plain terms
- I side with my friends regardless of the issue.
- What can you take from it?
- Friendship can outweigh policy agreement.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does loyalty matter most?
- How do you disagree?
Another view
Blind support can enable bad decisions.
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