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STUDENT SUCCESS STATEMENT

''I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I must stand with anybody that stands right, and stand with him while he is right, and part with him when he goes wrong.'' - Abraham Lincoln

I agree with this statement. It is a very noble thing to say. It is always a right thing to stand by those who are standing for what is right. When the time comes to no longer stand with the dishonest man then so be it. It is never good to support those whose intentions are in the wrong place. Even if leaving someones side is the unpopular opinion, the action must be taken. For example, standing with those who support cruel acts are examples of wrong intentions. Winning is not always the most important thing. Being true is a very powerful capability, never wrong it. Being true is a very honorous thing. 
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