ethical standing Quotes

Moral cowardice that keeps us from speaking our minds is as dangerous to this country as irresponsible talk. The right way is not always the popular and easy way. Standing for right when it is unpopular is a true test of moral character.

The right way is not always the popular and easy way. Standing for right when it is unpopular is a true test of moral character.

As far as the charge against me is concerned I have a clear conscience.

It is his nature, not his standing, that makes the good man.

When you borrow on your character, it is your character that you leave in pawn.

I've lost a lot. I've lost money, and my reputation has taken a hit for taking the high road to protect my dignity, to protect children, and for other good causes. But I don't think there's ever too steep a price for doing the right thing.

Reputation is rarely proportioned to virtue.

It is better to be defeated standing for a high principle than to run by committing subterfuge.

We are ambassadors. We are leaders of our own brands, and then in life things are thrown at you, you have to stand up for what's right. That brings on a whole new role. It's not on the front of the agenda that you see, but if you read the fine print it's part of becoming an athlete and the pedestal you get with that.

Hillary Clinton, at the end of the debate, what you want viewers to say, yes, she's smart, she's knowledgeable, but she's not a bad egg, you know? Not a bad egg is a pretty high compliment in American politics, given the toxic atmosphere in which we currently dwell.

The smallest number, with God and truth on their side, are weightier than thousands.

We [americans] have earned the moral authority, at least compared to anybody else in the world.

It isn't the instrument that influences High-Minded or Low-Minded; it's the quality of Mind itself.

Guard your honor. Let your reputation fall where it will. And outlive the bastards.