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Al Bellenchia's avatar

I’d always believed most folks won’t sell out their principles for money. I’ve been proven naive in that regard quite a bit in recent years.

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Jeff's avatar

Some seemingly simple stands can make a difference. My fav was “during the McCarthy era, named after Senator Joseph McCarthy, who led a campaign against alleged communists in the U.S. government and other institutions. This period saw many people accused of being communists or communist sympathizers, leading to job losses and ruined reputations.

The phrase often associated with the end of this era is “Have you no sense of decency, sir?” This was famously said by Joseph Welch, the chief counsel for the U.S. Army, during the Army-McCarthy hearings in 1954. Welch’s question to McCarthy is widely seen as a turning point that led to the decline of McCarthy’s influence and the end of the widespread accusations and fear-mongering.”

McCain also did it once with a vote against his party in favor of keeping Obamacare.

I am struggling with my personal guide, and it doesn’t much have to do with money. More like what I won’t do is belittle others to look like a big tough guy to my family and friends. As a senior, I want my kids and grandkids to remember a guy who is a pretty decent role model. One small thing at a time.

Stephanie, thanks for asking this question.

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