Quote by Ezra Taft Benson

Be right, and then be easy to live with, if possible, but in that order.

Be right, and then be easy to live with, if possible, but in

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of being right and standing by one's beliefs, while also highlighting the desire to maintain harmonious relationships if feasible. It suggests that being morally or intellectually correct should take precedence over being agreeable. Prioritizing correctness and truth may occasionally result in disagreement or tension, but it emphasizes the importance of integrity and authenticity in our interactions with others.

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Integrity

By Ezra Taft Benson

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