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“They're certainly entitled to think that, and they're entitled to full respect for their opinions... but before I can live with other folks I've got to live with myself. The one thing that doesn't abide by majority rule is a person's conscience.” quote by Harper Lee
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““They're certainly entitled to think that, and they're entitled to full respect for their opinions... but before I can live with other folks I've got to live with myself. The one thing that doesn't abide by majority rule is a person's conscience.””

Harper Lee

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Individual conscience overrides popular opinion; personal integrity is essential.

In simple terms: Conscience beats majority.

Key Takeaway

Trust your inner moral compass.

Themes

ethics individualism integrity

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political debates
  • personal decisions
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

conscience social pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does your conscience demand?
  • When have you challenged the majority?
A Different Perspective

Societal norms can pressure personal beliefs.

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