Once upon a time my political opponents honored me as possessing the fabulous intellectual and economic power by which I created a worldwide depression all by myself.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker sarcastically notes opponents blamed him for the depression.
- In plain terms
- People blamed him for the economic depression.
- What can you take from it?
- Leaders often get blamed for economic downturns beyond their control.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who should bear blame for economic crises?
- How do leaders handle unfair blame?
Another view
Economic factors are complex and rarely one person's fault.
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No public man can be just a little crooked.
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