Dignity Quote by Bernhard von Bulow
“For the sake of our interests, as well as of our honour and dignity, we were obliged to see that we won for our international policy the same independence that we had secured for our European policy.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Address, 1915
The speaker argues that national honor and dignity require winning independence in both international and European arenas.
In simple terms: Winning independence protects honor.
Defend sovereignty to preserve dignity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- policy making
- international negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is independence always beneficial?
- How does honor influence policy?
It assumes uniform values across cultures.