Accusation Quote by George Haven Putnam
“Neither let us be slandered from our duty by false accusations against us, nor frightened from it by menaces of destruction to the Government nor of dungeons to ourselves.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Address, 19th century, United States
A call to remain steadfast in duty despite slander, threats, or fear of punishment.
In simple terms: Stay committed despite accusations and threats.
Key Takeaway
Do not let intimidation deter your responsibilities.
Themes
courage
integrity
public service
Mood
determined
serious
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- government work
- activism
- legal defense
- personal integrity
Key Concepts
political responsibility
ethical steadfastness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain duty when faced with false accusations?
- What safeguards protect against intimidation?
A Different Perspective
Fear can still paralyze even the brave.
![“What do the vitarags [the enlightended one] say? If you want to be beaten up, then beat others. If you want to be slandered, then slander someone.” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/925/dada-bhagwan-31_slander_what-do-the-vitarags-the-enlightended-on_1211998.jpg)
![“No innocence can shield a man from the calumnies of the wicked. [...] As a shadow follows its substance, so envy pursues goodness. It is only at the tree laden with fruit that men throw stones. If we would live without being slandered we must wait until we get to heaven. Let us be very heedful not…” quote by Charles H. Spurgeon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/056/charles-h-spurgeon-1432_calumny_no-innocence-can-shield-a-man-from-the-c_1206710.jpg)
