Business Quote by Harriot Kezia Hunt
“Said an opponent to me after my last protest was sent in, what party would you vote for, if you could? Neither. I would have a moral sentiment party. I would know the private character of my candidate, would know also whether he takes care of his own property - whether he had failed in business - if so, whether he had paid back every dollar of debt as fast as he had earned them. Yes, every candidate should be examined morally, and if it be found that he has not been true to the monitions of conscience in one direction, he cannot or will not be in another.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Political reflections, 1860
Political choices should be based on personal moral character and financial integrity, not party affiliation.
In simple terms: Vote based on character, not party.
Key Takeaway
Evaluate candidates by ethics and responsibility.
Themes
ethics
politics
integrity
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- voting decisions
- candidate research
- civic engagement
Key Concepts
character assessment
financial accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria truly reflect a candidate’s integrity?
- How do you balance personal values with public policy?
A Different Perspective
Moral judgments can be subjective and hard to verify.
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