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What does it mean?
Political loyalty does not justify attacking opponents with slander or abuse.
In plain terms
Do not support allies who insult others unfairly.
What can you take from it?
Maintain integrity over party loyalty.

Where it applies

  • political debates
  • team conflicts
  • leadership

Putting it to work

  • reject hate speech
  • uphold standards
  • defend opponents

Questions to consider

  • Where do you draw the line on loyalty?
  • How do you handle disagreeable allies?

Another view

Partisan loyalty often pressures people to ignore misconduct.

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