Quote by Sharon M. Draper

What's right isn't always popular, and whats popular isn't always right.

What's right isn't always popular, and whats popular isn't a

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This quote highlights the disconnect between what is morally right and what is often favored by the masses. It suggests that popularity does not always align with ethical standards, and that doing what is right may sometimes go against popular opinions or consensus. It encourages individuals to make conscious choices based on principles and values rather than blindly following what others perceive as popular.

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