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“Good-faith re-examination of a position you've held in the past should be seen as a virtue, not a vice.” quote by Mark Udall
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“Good-faith re-examination of a position you've held in the past should be seen as a virtue, not a vice.”

Mark Udall

About This Quote

Source Speech: Congressional Address, 2005

Re‑examining past beliefs is virtuous, encouraging growth and intellectual honesty.

In simple terms: Re‑examining past beliefs is good and honest.

Key Takeaway

Welcome self‑reflection and change.

Themes

growth intellectual honesty self‑examination

Mood

thoughtful encouraging

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • academic research
  • personal decisions
  • public discourse
  • ethical reviews

Key Concepts

critical thinking open‑mindedness personal development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers you to revisit old positions?
  • How do you communicate evolving views?
A Different Perspective

Frequent changes may appear indecisive.

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