When I am abroad, I always make it a rule never to criticise or attack the government of my own country. I make up for lost time when I come home.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Churchill avoids criticizing his government abroad but does so at home.
- In plain terms
- He does not attack his country overseas, only after returning.
- What can you take from it?
- Patriotism abroad, critique at home.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is unity more important abroad?
- When should you criticize?
Another view
It suggests criticism is a privilege rather than a right.
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