Let me tell you something-wait a minute. You know one thing that's wrong with this country? Everybody gets a chance to have their fair say-my budget did more to fight AIDS than any in history, and we're having to put up with this. Tell them to let me talk. If you want to give a speech-go out there and raise your own crowd. We'll be glad to listen to you. So there were those-I'll make you a deal. I'll ignore them if you will.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker demands attention and fair audience behavior during a speech.
- In plain terms
- I worked hard on this country and deserve to be heard without interruption.
- What can you take from it?
- Demand respect for your voice in public settings.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How should audiences behave during speeches?
- When is it right to interrupt?
Another view
It addresses a specific moment without broader general principles.
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