Conservative Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr
“When you are right you cannot be too radical; when you are wrong, you cannot be too conservative.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Civil Rights Rally, 1965
Extreme positions clarify truth; moderation can hide error.
In simple terms: Being right demands boldness; being wrong demands caution.
Balance conviction with humility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy debates
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you be radical?
- When is caution appropriate?
Radicalism may alienate allies; moderation may perpetuate injustice.