Michael Josephson Commentary

Michael Josephson Commentary

I cannot believe the purpose of life is to be happy. The purpose of life is to be useful, to be responsible, to be honorable, to be compassionate.
– Leo C. Rosten, teacher, humorist (1908-1997)

Suggest what is right, oppose what is wrong. What you think, speak. Satisfy yourself and not others. If you are not popular, you will at least be respected. Popularity lasts but a day. Respect will descend as a heritage to your children.
– Thomas Chandler Haliburton, judge, writer (1796-1865)

Never “for the sake of peace and quiet” deny your convictions.
– Dag Hammarskjold, U.N. Secretary-General (1905-1961)

It’s important to let people know what you stand for. It’s equally important that they know what you won’t stand for.
– Mary H. Waldrip

Ethics based on self-interest is situational. Only ethics based on moral convictions is sustainable.
– Michael Josephson