Consideration Quote by Grace Coolidge
“this was I and not yet I, this was the wife of the President of the United States and she took precedence over me; my personal like and dislikes must be subordinated to the consideration of those things which were required of her”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 1925
Personal desires must yield to the duties and expectations of a public role.
In simple terms: Public duty overrides personal preference.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize responsibilities over self‑interest.
Themes
duty
public service
self‑sacrifice
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- first lady duties
- public speaking
- family decisions
Key Concepts
political expectations
gender roles
personal sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile personal wishes with public duties?
- What sacrifices are reasonable for public service?
A Different Perspective
Balancing personal identity with public expectations is challenging.
