Margaret Chase Smith Quotes

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.
Margaret Chase Smith

Character, True, Easy

Every human being is entitled to courtesy and consideration. Constructive criticism is not only to be expected but sought.
Margaret Chase Smith

Human, Criticism, Courtesy

Public service must be more than doing a job efficiently and honestly. It must be a complete dedication to the people and to the nation.
Margaret Chase Smith

Job, Service, Nation

Moral cowardice that keeps us from speaking our minds is as dangerous to this country as irresponsible talk.
Margaret Chase Smith

Country, Talk, Moral

One of the basic causes for all the trouble in the world today is that people talk too much and think too little. They act impulsively without thinking.
Margaret Chase Smith

Today, Thinking, Talk

Greatness is not manifested by unlimited pragmatism, which places such a high premium on the end justifying any means and any methods.
Margaret Chase Smith

End, Greatness, Means

I always try to think before I talk.
Margaret Chase Smith

Before, Try, Talk

In real love you want the other person's good. In romantic love, you want the other person.
Margaret Chase Smith

Love, Good, Romantic

Smears are not only to be expected but fought. Honor is to be earned, not bought.
Margaret Chase Smith

Honor, Earned, Expected

When people keep telling you that you can't do a thing, you kind of like to try it.
Margaret Chase Smith

Try, Keep, Telling

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Biography

Nationality: American

Type: Politician

Born: December 14, 1897

Died: May 29, 1995

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