Both sides Quote by William Hazlitt
“A Whig is properly what is called a Trimmer - that is, a coward to both sides of the question, who dare not be a knave nor an honest man, but is a sort of whiffing, shuffling, cunning, silly, contemptible, unmeaning negation of the two.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “On the Whig Party,” William Hazlitt, 1825
A Whig is a cautious, indecisive political figure avoiding extremes, lacking firm principles.
In simple terms: Whigs are indecisive, avoiding strong positions.
Key Takeaway
Commit to clear, principled stances.
Themes
politics
moderation
principles
indecision
identity
Mood
critical
historical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy debates
Key Concepts
centrism
political theory
ethical consistency
Questions to Reflect On
- How does moderation differ from cowardice?
- When is flexibility virtuous?
A Different Perspective
Indecision can erode public trust.
