Cost Quote by Rudyard Kipling
“We never pay anyone Dane-geld, No matter how trifling the cost; For the end of that game is oppression and shame, And the nation that plays it is lost!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The White Man's Burden", 1899
Corruption and bribery erode integrity, leading to societal shame and decline.
In simple terms: Bribery harms societies and leads to loss.
Key Takeaway
Reject corruption to protect dignity.
Themes
ethics
corruption
society
Mood
critical
serious
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- government contracts
- corporate dealings
- political campaigns
- public procurement
Key Concepts
moral decay
political power
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives sustain corruption?
- How can citizens demand accountability?
A Different Perspective
Enforcement may be weak or selective.
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