Candidate Quote by William Tecumseh Sherman
““I hereby state, and mean all that I say, that I never have been and never will be a candidate for President; that if nominated by either party, I should peremptorily decline; and even if unanimously elected I should decline to serve.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Statement, 1865
Sherman declares he will never seek the presidency, refusing any nomination or election.
In simple terms: He refuses to run for president.
Key Takeaway
Never pursue a role you are not committed to.
Themes
politics
integrity
leadership
Mood
determined
principled
Type
political
personal statement
When to use this quote
- campaigns
- election
- political nominations
Key Concepts
public service
personal conviction
Questions to Reflect On
- What positions align with your core values?
- How do you handle unexpected opportunities?
A Different Perspective
His refusal may limit influence in policy making.
