Common Quote by George Washington
“The common and continual mischiefs of the spirit of party are sufficient to make it the interest and duty of a wise people to discourage and restrain it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Farewell Address, George Washington, 1796
The party spirit can corrupt and distract societies, so wise people should limit its influence.
In simple terms: Party spirit can be harmful.
Key Takeaway
Limit partisan excess.
Themes
politics
morality
social responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elections
- legislative debates
- public policy
Key Concepts
civic virtue
groupthink
political polarization
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance freedom and order?
- What safeguards prevent party excess?
A Different Perspective
Suppressing dissent can stifle healthy debate.
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