I don't want a fuckin' hooligan as my governor, I don't care if he's a billionaire. And he says things like, 'I want the children of California to have a wonderful upbringing like I had.' Dude, your dad was in the fucking SS! What, was he dragging people to the fuckin' gas chamber? That's a valid point.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker criticizes a potential leader for hypocrisy regarding family background and moral standing.
- In plain terms
- Do not trust a leader who hides a bad past.
- What can you take from it?
- Scrutinize leaders for hypocrisy and hidden histories.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a leader trustworthy?
- Should the past define a leader?
Another view
It uses harsh language that may alienate moderate audiences.
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