Choices Quote by Robert Penn Warren
“Politics is a matter of choices, and a man doesn't set up the choices himself. And there is always a price to make a choice. You know that. You've made a choice, and you know how much it cost you. There is always a price.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: All the King's Men, 1946
Choices are never free; each decision carries a cost that the chooser must bear.
In simple terms: Every choice has a price.
Key Takeaway
Weigh consequences before deciding.
Themes
choice
consequence
price
agency
politics
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- career planning
- voting
- business negotiations
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
ethical decision‑making
personal responsibility
political strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden costs might your current choices have?
- How do you reconcile personal values with necessary compromises?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes the true cost is hidden or delayed.
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