'I have sympathy for Mr. Roosevelt, because he marches straight toward his objectives over Congress, lobbies and bureaucracy.' Hitler went on to note that he was the sole leader in Europe who expressed 'understanding of the methods and motives of President Roosevelt.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author notes sympathy for Roosevelt due to his direct approach to achieving goals despite obstacles. He sees Roosevelt as a fellow leader who understands similar methods and motives.
- In plain terms
- I sympathize with Roosevelt because he pushes straight to his goals despite bureaucracy.
- What can you take from it?
- Direct leaders who bypass obstacles share a common understanding.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines a 'direct' leader in authoritarian eyes?
Another view
Sympathy is framed here as a shared disregard for democratic processes.
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