I'm not a big Greenspan fan. I voted against him two times. I think he's one of the biggest political hacks we have in Washington.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reid expresses dislike for Alan Greenspan, citing votes against him and calling him a political hack.
- In plain terms
- He opposes Greenspan and calls him a political hack.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal political disagreements often lead to sharp public criticism.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How much should personal style weigh in confirmation?
- What makes a public official a hack?
Another view
Labeling an economist a hack may ignore their technical achievements.
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