The imminent UK general election prompts quotes with continued focus on political leadership and character. Critical personal messages for those seeking power are encompassed in the following:
‘Character defines the person – it answers the question as to whether this is someone to emulate and with what enthusiasm. Integrity establishes the moral baseline to lead.’
GENERAL SIR RICHARD DANNETT
‘Nearly everyone can stand adversity, but if you want to test a person’s character, give them power.’
ABRAHAM LINCOLNWeblink: CHARACTER – EQ4U
(The Abraham Lincoln quote has been degendered to reflect inclusivity)
GRAMMAR/COMMUNICATION NOTES
An apt and inspiring concept word for all humanity:
Meliorism – the notion that the world can be improved by human effort.
And a word that reflects potential effectiveness or otherwise of election manifesto promises:
Meretricious – apparently attractive but having no value.
Warmest & best wishes
