Core Quote by John Culberson
“What was I elected for? ... This is a matter of core principle.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional remarks, 2013
One should serve based on core principles, not personal gain.
In simple terms: Serve based on core principles.
Key Takeaway
Align actions with core values.
Themes
principles
public service
integrity
Mood
serious
determined
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- community service
- legislative work
Key Concepts
Ethics
civic duty
Questions to Reflect On
- What core principle guides you?
- How do you stay true to it?
A Different Perspective
May be vague about specific principles.
![“Our search for such [moral] principles can start with . . . the unconditional imperative to acknowledge every person as a person. If we ask for the contents given by this absolute, we find, first, something negative-the command not to treat a person as a thing. This seems little, but it is much…” quote by Paul Tillich](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a0e/paul-tillich-3183_absolutes_our-search-for-such-moral-principles-can_595805.jpg)
