No public man can be just a little crooked.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Public figures cannot be slightly corrupt; integrity is all or nothing.
- In plain terms
- Public figures cannot be a little dishonest.
- What can you take from it?
- Public figures must maintain complete integrity; small flaws matter.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does any corruption disqualify a leader?
- How do you judge integrity?
Another view
Sometimes minor issues are overlooked by the public.
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