Something that made me think

Feb 01, 2010 16:17

...what American history is truly about - ideas. Ideas such as "All men are created equal"; the United States is the "last, best hope" of earth; and America "is great, because it is good ( Read more... )

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Re: sabadrew February 1 2010, 22:49:31 UTC
I like the quote "the first thing is character...before money or anything else. Money cannot buy it." And also the means you stated as to how to have good character. It amazes me how so many people these days say things like--I am not concerned about what he does in his private life, just so long as what he does in office or at work is in line. The two are totally and completely related. I heard a family story told about an aunt and uncle who got caught up in this.
This occurred back in the 1960's when the uncle was caught having an affair on his wife. His business associates and boss found out about it and fired him. Character was important to them. The only thing you have left when you die is your reputation!

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