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Quotations on sports and sportsmanship

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Michael Josephson has a new online home. Check out WhatWillMatter.com for new commentaries on ethics, leadership, and parenting, plus photos, a podcast, videos, and more.


Quotations on ethics and character

Say what? Browse our Quotations Bank for wise words on public service and government

Searching for the best bon mots about ethics and character? We've compiled them here.
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Tus Valores Cuentan

Puerto Rico is promoting the seis pilares

An island-wide initiative is improving government, education, and sports programs. Read more »


Are you eroding trust?

Institute president Michael Josephson is quoted in this list of 10 bad habits.
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Center for Public Service Ethics offers customized leadership training

The Institute’s experienced trainers have helped hundreds of organizations develop ethical initiatives that are meaningful, measurable, and sustainable.
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Ethics training seminars for public officials

Our targeted seminars help legislators and public administrators resolve ethical issues on the local, municipal, state, and federal levels.
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Josephson Institute keynote speeches

A truly inspiring keynote speaker is rare

Even rarer is a keynote speaker who can elevate the audience to a new level of commitment and passion.
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“I'm only a one-star”

“Years ago I was talking to about 50 Army generals responsible for weapons and equipment purchases. When I raised the issue of professional integrity, one of them reminded me there's a big gap between the way things are and the way they ought to be.”
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