I wouldn't trust Nixon from here to that phone.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses deep distrust of a specific political figure.
- In plain terms
- I do not trust Nixon at all.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust is essential in political relationships.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you verify trust in politics?
- Can you work with someone you distrust?
Another view
Personal dislike may not reflect actual policy alignment.
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