Quote by Peggy Noonan

If you join government, calmly make your contribution and move on. Don't go along to get along; do your best and when you have to -- and you will -- leave, and be something else.

If you join government, calmly make your contribution and mo

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea of serving in government without compromising one's principles. It advises individuals to make a meaningful contribution while in office, but not to conform to group thinking for the sake of maintaining harmony. Instead, it encourages individuals to remain committed to doing their best and when the time is right, to gracefully exit and pursue other endeavors. The quote promotes the idea of politicians retaining their independent thinking and not being consumed by the political machinery, reminding them that their identity and potential extend beyond their role in government.

By Peggy Noonan

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