Animal Quote by Jefferson Smith
“It is a fool of a shepherd who culls his dogs.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, screenplay by Sidney Buchman, 1939
A shepherd who gets rid of his own dogs is foolish. Likewise, a leader who discards loyal supporters harms himself.
In simple terms: Don't abandon loyal helpers.
Key Takeaway
Protect those who stand by you.
Themes
loyalty
leadership
folly
judgment
Mood
solemn
resolute
Type
aphorism
proverb
When to use this quote
- team management
- political loyalty
- friendship
- personnel decisions
Key Concepts
faithful service
practical wisdom
Questions to Reflect On
- Who has stayed loyal through hard times?
- How do you balance loyalty with performance?
A Different Perspective
Loyalty alone cannot justify keeping an incompetent or harmful ally.
