Believe Quote by Wendell Willkie
“I believe the moral losses of expediency always far outweigh the temporary gains.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Post‑War Ethics Forum, 1942
Moral compromise for short‑term gain ultimately causes greater loss.
In simple terms: Expediency harms morals long term.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize ethical standards over quick wins.
Themes
ethics
expediency
consequences
Mood
serious
inspirational
Type
ethical
motivational
When to use this quote
- business
- policy
- personal choices
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
decision making
history
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical lines will you never cross?
- How to resist expedient temptations?
A Different Perspective
Short‑term benefits can be tempting.
