When I was discussing my role with other senior campaign…
“When I was discussing my role with other senior campaign folks, they would say, "I know you have four kids, but..." I said, "There's nothing that comes after the 'but' that makes any sense to me, so don't even try." Like, what is the "but"? But they'll eat Cheerios for the rest of life? Like, nobody will brush their teeth again until I get home? I mean, it just - what is the "but"? And I do politely mention to them that the question isn't, would you take the job? The male sitting across from me who's going to take a big job in the White House.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She dismisses vague objections ("but") as meaningless, emphasizing direct, logical reasoning over speculative concerns.
In simple terms: She rejects unclear arguments, focusing on clear logic.
Key Takeaway
Ignore irrelevant objections.
Themes
communication
politics
logic
decision making
Mood
assertive
pragmatic
Type
strategic
political
When to use this quote
- campaign meetings
- policy discussions
- public speaking
- media interviews
Key Concepts
critical thinking
argumentation
political strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the risks of ignoring nuanced concerns?
- How can you address valid "buts" constructively?
A Different Perspective
Overly dismissive stance may alienate allies.