Doing right Quote by Bob Wall
““Doing what's right isn't always popular and doing what's popular isn't always right".””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown public address, date unknown
The quote highlights the tension between moral correctness and social approval, urging independent ethical judgment.
In simple terms: Doing right may be unpopular; popularity may be wrong.
Key Takeaway
Question popular, not popularity.
Themes
ethics
social pressure
integrity
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
advice
ethical
When to use this quote
- leadership decisions
- workplace dilemmas
- public policy debates
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
conformity
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you chosen principle over approval?
- How do you discern right from popular?
A Different Perspective
Popularity can mask harmful norms, making ethical choices harder.
