'I make a conscious decision not to vote as I don't trust anybody that runs the country because you give somebody too much power and they let it go to their heads. Tony Blair is only the front man. He's not necessarily the man that actually pulls the strings'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Dixon expresses distrust in voting and believes leaders are controlled by others.
- In plain terms
- She does not vote because she distrusts leaders and power.
- What can you take from it?
- Distrust can lead to disengagement from voting.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is distrust a reason to opt out?
- Who really holds power?
Another view
It suggests disengagement is the only response to distrust.
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