We must always seek to ally ourselves with that part of the enemy that knows what is right.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Find common ground with opponents by aligning with their sense of right.
- In plain terms
- Allies with enemies on things they know are right.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on shared rightness with opponents.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can you ally with an enemy?
- What do you share with opponents?
Another view
Opponents may not share moral views on what is right.
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