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“I speak as briefly as possible because too much harm has already been done with irresponsible words of bitterness and selfish political opportunism. I speak as simply as possible because the issue is too great to be obscured by eloquence. I speak simply and briefly in the hope that my words will…” quote by Margaret Chase Smith
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“I speak as briefly as possible because too much harm has already been done with irresponsible words of bitterness and selfish political opportunism. I speak as simply as possible because the issue is too great to be obscured by eloquence. I speak simply and briefly in the hope that my words will be taken to heart.”

Margaret Chase Smith

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She urges concise, honest speech to avoid harmful, manipulative rhetoric and ensure clarity.

In simple terms: Speak plainly to avoid misuse of words.

Key Takeaway

Use simple, brief language.

Themes

communication politics integrity

Mood

serious determined

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • political debates
  • public statements
  • media interviews
  • policy discussions

Key Concepts

responsibility clarity ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can brevity preserve truth?
  • When does simplicity become misleading?
A Different Perspective

Over-simplification may omit nuance.

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