When there is a lack of honor in government, the morals of the whole people are poisoned.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hoover warns that corrupt government undermines the moral character of society.
- In plain terms
- Bad government morals poison the morals of the people.
- What can you take from it?
- Government integrity is essential for public morality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does government affect character?
- What builds trust?
Another view
It oversimplifies how morality forms in society.
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