Quote by Walt Whitman

I am as bad as the worst, but, thank God, I am as good as the best.

I am as bad as the worst, but, thank God, I am as good as th

Summary

This quote expresses a sense of humility and self-acceptance. The speaker acknowledges their flaws and their potential for negative behavior, admitting that they are capable of being as bad as anyone else. However, they also express gratitude for their capacity to be as good as the best, indicating that they possess virtues and qualities to match the highest standards of morality or excellence. Overall, the quote shows a balanced perspective, recognizing both the potential for wrongdoing and the potential for greatness within oneself.

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By Walt Whitman

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