Quote by Theodore Roosevelt

We need absolute honesty in public life; and we shall not get it until we remember that truth-telling must go hand in hand with it, and that it is quite as important not to tell an untruth about a decent man as it is to tell the truth about one who is not decent.

We need absolute honesty in public life; and we shall not ge

Summary

This quote emphasizes the necessity of complete honesty in the realm of public life. To achieve genuine transparency, it is important to remember that truth-telling must be accompanied by the commitment to refrain from spreading false information, particularly about people of integrity. The quote highlights the significance of upholding the truth when talking about respectable individuals, as it is equally imperative as speaking the truth about those who lack decency. By acknowledging this balance between truth-telling and refraining from untruthful statements, the quote underscores the crucial role honesty plays in fostering trust and integrity in public affairs.

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