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Be right, and then be easy to live with, if possible, but in that order
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"Be right, and then be easy to live with, if possible, but in that order"

- Ezra Taft Benson

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This quote by Ezra Taft Benson motivates us to focus on doing what is right over being simple to cope with. It recommends that we must strive to make choices that are ethically appropriate and after that, if possible, make certain that those decisions are simple to live with. This quote stresses the importance of doing what is right, even if it is challenging. It suggests that we ought to not compromise our worths and beliefs in order to make life much easier for ourselves or others. Doing what is right needs to constantly come first, and if possible, we ought to try to make it simple to live with. This quote encourages us to be principled and to stand up for what we believe in, even if it is not easy.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Ezra Taft Benson between August 4, 1899 and May 30, 1994. He/she was a famous Leader from USA. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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