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What does it mean?
If leaders cannot maintain personal integrity with their spouses, they will likely lack it when governing the nation.
In plain terms
Personal dishonesty often leads to public dishonesty.
What can you take from it?
Leadership character starts at home.

Where it applies

  • political analysis
  • character assessment
  • public discourse

Putting it to work

  • evaluate leaders
  • personal ethics

Questions to consider

  • Does personal behavior reflect professional capability?

Another view

Private conduct does not always predict public policy.

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