It is to be hoped that the leaders of this movement will place the nation above the party.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Political leaders should prioritize the nation's well-being over their political party's interests.
- In plain terms
- Leaders should put the nation before their party.
- What can you take from it?
- Prioritize national interests over partisan loyalty.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does your leader serve the nation or party?
- How do you balance party and country?
Another view
Political parties often represent specific interests within a nation.
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