Patriotism Quote by Carl Schurz
“My country, right or wrong; if right, to be kept right; and if wrong, to be set right”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political address, 1860
A nation must be corrected when wrong and preserved when right, emphasizing moral vigilance.
In simple terms: Fix wrongs, keep rights.
Key Takeaway
Uphold moral standards in governance.
Themes
politics
ethics
governance
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- legislative debates
- public policy
- citizen activism
Key Concepts
civic duty
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines “right” in politics?
- How to correct without destabilizing?
A Different Perspective
Balancing correction with stability can be contentious.
