Quote by Hubert H. Humphrey

To err is human. To blame someone else is politics.

To err is human. To blame someone else is politics.

Summary

This quote suggests that making mistakes is inherent to being human, and it is a natural aspect of our existence. However, when individuals engage in blaming others for their own mistakes, it can be seen as a strategic move to protect one's reputation or advance one's agenda. By emphasizing the concept of "politics," the quote captures the idea that assigning blame is often a calculated action that serves personal or collective interests, rather than an authentic acknowledgment of human fallibility.

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By Hubert H. Humphrey

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