[Barry Goldwater was] one of the giants of 20th century American politics... [he] blazed the trail for the type of conservatism that has dominated government for the better part of three decades.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Goldwater is described as a major political figure who shaped modern conservatism.
- In plain terms
- Goldwater was a giant who paved the way for future conservative leaders.
- What can you take from it?
- Influential leaders can set trends that last for decades.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do leaders shape their parties?
- What makes a political legacy?
Another view
Attributing dominance to one person may oversimplify complex history.
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He was your friend forever, but if your opponent, an implacable foe. He never changed.
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