Politics quote by Daniel J. Boorstin

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As you make your bed, so you must lie in it
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"As you make your bed, so you must lie in it"

- Daniel J. Boorstin

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This quote by Daniel J. Boorstin is a suggestion that we are accountable for our own actions and the effects that feature them. It is a caution that we must believe carefully before we act, as we will have to cope with the results of our choices. The expression "as you make your bed, so you need to lie in it" is a metaphor for the concept that we should accept the effects of our actions. It is a suggestion that we need to take responsibility for our choices and not anticipate others to tidy up our mess. This quote motivates us to be mindful of our decisions and to believe prior to we act, as we will need to cope with the consequences of our choices.
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Daniel J. Boorstin This quote is written / told by Daniel J. Boorstin between October 1, 1914 and February 28, 2004. He was a famous Historian from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Politics. The author also have 26 other quotes.

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