I never met a Socialist, or a Socialist cause, that I didn't like.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Sinclair expresses consistent approval of Socialists and their causes.
- In plain terms
- He says he has never met a Socialist or cause he disliked.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal alignment with a political movement.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What draws you to a movement?
- How do you evaluate allies?
Another view
This is a broad generalization without specific criteria.
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