Quote by Tallulah Bankhead

Let's not quibble! I'm the foe of moderation, the champion of excess. If I may lift a line from a die-hard whose identity is lost in the shuffle, I'd rather be strongly wrong than weakly right.

Let's not quibble! I'm the foe of moderation, the champion o

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This quote suggests a rejection of moderation and an embrace of extremes. The speaker expresses a willingness to be strongly wrong rather than weakly right, perhaps implying a preference for taking bold actions or holding unconventional beliefs. There is an underlying desire to avoid being indecisive or hesitant, instead valuing the conviction and strength that comes with taking a firm stance, even if it may not always be correct.

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