WIST QuotationsJun 9

A quotation from John Quincy Adams

I have, and must have, confidence in the possible virtue of human nature; and although in entertaining this idea, a man must, and will sometimes, be disappointed, yet if it is coupled with a sound judgment and close observations, I believe he could make fewer great mistakes, than one whose principle is the universal rascality of the species.

John Quincy Adams (1767-1848) US President (1825-29)
Letter (1809-06-22) to William Eustis

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Adams, John Quincy - Letter (1809-06-22) to William Eustis | WIST Quotations

I have, and must have, confidence in the possible virtue of human nature; and although in entertaining this idea, a man must, and will sometimes, be disappointed, yet if it is coupled with a sound judgment and close observations, I believe he could make fewer great mistakes, than one whose…

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Show threadMathiasTCK.bsky.socialJun 4
or other status. The same #PrivilegesOfParticipation are extended to everyone who participates in #GoodFaith and in accordance with this #Covenant.
Don Curren 🇨🇦🇺🇦Apr 22
1 “There is an almost universal tendency, perhaps an inborn tendency, to suspect the #goodfaith of a man who holds opinions that differ from our own #opinions …” 🧵
Scott BennettJan 5

The U.S. Constitution is dead. Blame President Trump and the honor system…

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https://open.substack.com/pub/letsmakethempay/p/the-us-constitution-is-dead?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web

The U.S. Constitution is Dead

The US Constitution is dead, why we should blame President Trump and the Honor System

Let's Make Them Pay
Kyiv Independent Daily HeadlinesDec 7, 2025

Sunday, December 7, 2025

End to war 'depends on Russia's commitment to peace,' Ukraine, US agree -- Chornobyl protective shield 'lost its primary safety functions' after Russian drone strike, UN nuclear agency warns -- Russia has lost 1,179,790 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022 -- Why Ukraine rejects Russia's 600,000 army cap demand ... and more

https://activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025/12/sunday-december-7-2025/

WIST Quotations Has Moved!Dec 5, 2025

A quotation from Adlai Stevenson

Public confidence in the integrity of the Government is indispensable to faith in democracy; and when we lose faith in the system, we have lost faith in everything we fight and stand for.

Adlai Stevenson (1900-1965) American diplomat, statesman
Speech (1952-09-11), “On Political Morality,” Town Hall Luncheon, Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles

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Gibb Law - Civil LitigationNov 24, 2025
Good faith in contracts is essential for maintaining trust. It ensures fair play and honesty in agreements. Ever experienced the power—or absence—of good faith? Your stories can offer lessons and insights for everyone. #ContractLaw #GoodFaith
Shayne J/DifferSense 💥🔍⚡Oct 29, 2025
Real #negotiation creates value. #BadFaith negotiation just redistributes it, usually into one party’s pocket. KNOW THE DIFFERENCE. A negotiation without #GoodFaith isn’t a negotiation at all, it’s just a slower, more elaborate mugging. Same result, just with more meetings and a veneer of civility. #PowerDynamics #KnowYourWorth #Boundaries
Hacker NewsSep 24, 2025

Ruby Central Is Not Behaving in Good Faith, and I've Got Receipts

https://jaredwhite.com/articles/ruby-central-is-not-operating-in-good-faith

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Ruby Central is Not Behaving in Good Faith, and I’ve Got Receipts

The drama never ends, but I am here to take a stand and do something about it.

Jared White
Kyiv Independent Daily HeadlinesAug 25, 2025

Monday, August 25, 2025

Putin is obstacle to peace, retired US General Petraeus says — Ukraine strikes long-range with own weapons without coordinating with US — US approves sale of ERAM missiles to Ukraine — Little progress made so far on Ukraine peace deal, German Chancellor says … and more

https://activitypub.writeworks.uk/2025/08/monday-august-25-2025/