Quote by Doug Horton

Strong words are required for weak principles.

Strong words are required for weak principles.

Summary

This quote means that when principles or beliefs are not strong or well-founded, we need powerful or forceful words to defend or justify them. When our principles lack substance or legitimacy, we may have to resort to using strong rhetoric or persuasive language to make them sound convincing. The quote suggests that when our principles are weak, we must compensate for their inadequacy by using strong words to make them seem more substantial or valid.

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