I ran for president. I ran for governor twice. And I've…
“I ran for president. I ran for governor twice. And I've been the governor now for nearly seven years. I find that the people who are my best advisors are the people who are smart enough to give me really good advice and smart enough to keep their mouths shut about what advice they give me. And so if I want advisors that way, that's the kind of advisor I'm going to be for Donald Trump.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Advisors should be intelligent, give honest advice, and keep it private when necessary.
In simple terms: Smart, discreet advisors are valuable.
Key Takeaway
Seek honest, discreet counsel.
Themes
leadership
advice
politics
trust
discretion
Mood
thoughtful
pragmatic
Type
political
advice
When to use this quote
- political decision‑making
- campaign management
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
political strategy
communication
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance honesty with loyalty?
- When should advice be kept confidential?
A Different Perspective
Advisors may withhold crucial information to protect themselves.