Quote by Chuck Colson

I learned one thing in Watergate: I was well-intentioned but rationalized illegal behavior, he said. You cannot live your life other than walking in the truth. Your means are as important as your ends.

I learned one thing in Watergate: I was well-intentioned but

Summary

This quote reflects an important lesson learned from the Watergate scandal. The speaker reflects on their involvement in illegal actions during that time, admitting to having good intentions but mistakenly justifying their wrongs. The quote highlights the fundamental principle that living a truthful life is crucial. It emphasizes that the methods and choices one makes are just as important as achieving the desired outcomes. The quote serves as a reminder that integrity and ethical behavior should never be compromised, regardless of the intentions behind one's actions.

Topics

Life Truth Theend

By Chuck Colson

Liked the quote? Share it with your friends.

Random Quotations

He is beginning to master wisdom when he tries to learn how

He is beginning to master wisdom when he tries to learn how not to try.

I had great faith in Irish actors, that they'd be hip to the

I had great faith in Irish actors, that they'd be hip to the whole theatre thing, and they are. I had no illusions of coming over here as some kind of big shot. It's been a learning experience for me too.

Christopher Meloni

Experience

Someday we'll look back on this moment and plow into a parke

Someday we'll look back on this moment and plow into a parked car.

Car

Give a poet a pen

Give a poet a pen

A. Jarrell Hayes

Life Poetry Humor Funny Author Inspirational Culture Writing Poem Arts Liberal Arts

This is what I learned: that everybody is talented, original

This is what I learned: that everybody is talented, original and has something important to say.

No true and permanent fame can be founded except in labors w

No true and permanent fame can be founded except in labors which promote the happiness of mankind.

Happiness

Well, the musicals give emphasis to love, longing, melanchol

Well, the musicals give emphasis to love, longing, melancholy, sadness. All of that is always there.

Ismail Merchant

Love

I hope to continue my friendship with France and its filmmak

I hope to continue my friendship with France and its filmmakers for many years to come.

Harvey Weinstein

Beauty

I don't know why, but I've always been a sucker for roller c

I don't know why, but I've always been a sucker for roller coasters in movies.

Movies

Love food and I love to eat.

Love food and I love to eat.

Food

I hate the idea that you shouldn't wear something just becau

I hate the idea that you shouldn't wear something just because you're a certain age.

Age

I have brought myself, by long meditation, to the conviction

I have brought myself, by long meditation, to the conviction that a human being with a settled purpose must accomplish it, and that nothing can resist a will which will stake even existence upon its fulfillment.

Benjamin Disraeli

Determination