Samuel Doe

President, Military Leader Liberian 1951 – 1990

Liberian leader whose coup sparked civil war.

386 quotes

"The measure of our success is not wealth, but the welfare of our people."
Success
"True independence means self-reliance and self-determination."
Freedom
"We honor those who came before by building something better."
Gratitude
"Change is inevitable; the question is whether we guide it or are consumed by it."
Change
"The mind that is open to new ideas cannot be easily controlled."
Knowledge
"A nation divided against itself cannot stand against external threats."
"Corruption erodes the foundation of any society."
Justice
"We must invest in our youth, for they are our future."
Education
"Truth is the basis upon which all trust is built."
Truth
"Hard work and determination can overcome any obstacle."
Perseverance
"The courage to admit mistakes is greater than the courage to hide them."
Courage
"A leader without vision is merely someone occupying a chair."
Leadership
"The bonds of family are the strongest in any society."
Family
"Innovation comes from those brave enough to challenge the status quo."
Creativity
"We are all responsible for the society we create together."
"Compassion in governance is not weakness but wisdom."
Kindness
"The path to prosperity is paved with honest labor."
Work
"What we build today will echo through generations."
"To serve others is to find one's highest purpose."
Motivation
"Fear is often a tool used to control those who should be free."
Fear
"Progress requires sacrifice from those willing to make it."
Perseverance
"A nation's greatest resource is the potential of its people."
Hope
"Transparency in government is the enemy of corruption."
Truth
"The comfort of the present is no excuse for ignoring injustice."
Justice
"We are defined not by our circumstances but by how we respond to them."
"Community is built one act of kindness at a time."
Kindness
"The wise leader listens before commanding."
Wisdom
"Hope is the fuel that drives us forward through dark times."
Hope
"To love one's nation is to work for its improvement."
"Strength of character matters more than strength of arms."
Strength