Butchers Quote by Pearl Mary Teresa Craigie
“A statesman's words, like butcher's meat, should be well weighed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Unknown Source
A statesman's words should be carefully considered, like meat that must be weighed before consumption.
In simple terms: Weight words before speaking.
Key Takeaway
Think before speaking publicly.
Themes
politics
communication
responsibility
precision
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political speeches
- press releases
- debates
Key Concepts
rhetoric
ethics
public discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria should guide public statements?
- How do we ensure words are responsibly weighed?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex political nuance.
