What he's done -- what his supporters have done -- is astonishing... You can't dismiss the power of one man standing up with a powerful message... Washington insiders don't know what to make of it.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ron Paul suggests that a single powerful message can have a huge impact, even if insiders are confused.
- In plain terms
- One strong message can move many people, even if experts don’t understand it.
- What can you take from it?
- Powerful ideas can influence politics regardless of insider opinion.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can a lone voice shape public discourse?
- When does a message become more influential than its source?
Another view
The effect of a single voice may be overstated if broader support is lacking.
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