Challenges Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
“Doing the right thing is not the problem. Knowing what the right thing is, that's the challenge.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the Democratic National Convention, 1964
Identifying the correct moral course is harder than acting on it.
In simple terms: Finding the right choice is the real difficulty.
Key Takeaway
Clarify values before deciding.
Themes
ethics
decisionmaking
leadership
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- personal dilemmas
- public policy
- medical ethics
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria do you use to define “right”?
- How do you resolve conflicts between right and practical constraints?
A Different Perspective
Even when known, the right action may conflict with interests.
