To hold with the hare and run with the hound.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Trying to support opposing sides simultaneously leads to confusion or mistrust.
- In plain terms
- Don't try to please everyone at once.
- What can you take from it?
- Pick a side instead of being neutral.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is it ever good to play both sides?
- Is loyalty more?
Another view
Neutrality can sometimes be more ethical than taking sides.
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