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“Anyone who campaigns for public office becomes disqualified for holding any office at all.” quote by Thomas More
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“Anyone who campaigns for public office becomes disqualified for holding any office at all.”

Thomas More

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Source Treatise: Utopia, 1516

Holding public office disqualifies one from any office, implying a conflict of interest.

In simple terms: Public office precludes holding any other office.

Key Takeaway

Avoid conflicts by limiting roles.

Themes

politics ethics conflict of interest

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • government reform
  • ethical standards
  • policy making

Key Concepts

public service role separation

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is total separation feasible?
  • How to balance duties?
A Different Perspective

May be impractical for small communities.

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