Dwight D. EisenhowerA people that values its privileges above its principles soon loses both.
About This Quote
The most important thing in life is principles. Principles are the things that bind us to our higher selves. When we value our privileges above our principles, it means that we are willing to do anything for money or fame. Then, when we lose our privileges and principles, we are left with nothing more than misery.
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