Doing right Quote by Lyndon B. Johnson
“Doing what's right isn't the problem. It is knowing what's right.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the Democratic National Convention, 1964
Ethical action depends on clear moral understanding, not just intent.
In simple terms: Knowing right is key to doing right.
Key Takeaway
Clarify values before acting.
Themes
ethics
decisionmaking
leadership
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- public policy
- personal dilemmas
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
cognitive clarity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you determine what is right?
- What sources guide your moral judgments?
A Different Perspective
Knowing right can be ambiguous and contested.
