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“Stand with anybody that stands right, stand with him while he is right and part with him when he goes wrong.” quote by Abraham Lincoln
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“Stand with anybody that stands right, stand with him while he is right and part with him when he goes wrong.”

Abraham Lincoln

About This Quote

Source Speech: Gettysburg Address, 1863

Support those who act righteously, but withdraw support when they err.

In simple terms: Back the good, abandon the bad.

Key Takeaway

Align with integrity, not loyalty.

Themes

ethics leadership principles

Mood

reflective serious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political alliances
  • friendships
  • business partnerships
  • activism

Key Concepts

morality political loyalty

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should you prioritize principle over relationship?
  • How do you handle a friend’s moral decline?
A Different Perspective

People may misinterpret loyalty as unwavering support.

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