Accelerate Quote by Daniel Webster
“Corruption of morals is rapid enough in any country without a bounty from government. And...the Chief Magistrate of the United States should be the last man to accelerate its progress.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, 19th century
Corruption spreads quickly without oversight; even high officials should not accelerate it.
In simple terms: Corruption grows fast without checks.
Key Takeaway
Guard against unchecked power.
Themes
ethics
politics
corruption
Mood
concerned
serious
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- public office
- legislation
- anti‑corruption agencies
Key Concepts
law
government
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies effectively curb corruption?
- What role should citizens play in monitoring officials?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex social dynamics.
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