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“Pick a leader who will not only bail out banks and airlines, but also families from losing their homes -- or jobs due to their companies moving to other countries. Pick a leader who will fund schools, not limit spending on education and allow libraries to close. Pick a leader who chooses diplomacy…” quote by Suzy Kassem
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““Pick a leader who will not only bail out banks and airlines, but also families from losing their homes -- or jobs due to their companies moving to other countries. Pick a leader who will fund schools, not limit spending on education and allow libraries to close. Pick a leader who chooses diplomacy over war. An honest broker in foreign relations. A leader with integrity, one who says what they mean, keeps their word and does not lie to their people. Pick a leader who is strong and confident, yet humble. Intelligent, but not sly. A leader who encourages diversity, not racism. One who understands the needs of the farmer, the teacher, the doctor, and the environmentalist -- not only the banker, the oil tycoon, the weapons developer, or the insurance and pharmaceutical lobbyist.””

Suzy Kassem

About This Quote

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

A call for a leader who prioritizes social welfare, education, diplomacy, integrity, humility, intelligence, diversity, and environmental care over profit and conflict.

In simple terms: Advocates for compassionate, ethical leadership.

Key Takeaway

Support leaders who serve all communities.

Themes

leadership ethics social responsibility integrity diversity environment

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political campaigns
  • community organizing
  • policy advocacy

Key Concepts

public policy social equity governance humility diplomacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies reflect these values?
  • How can citizens hold leaders accountable?
A Different Perspective

Ideal may be unrealistic in complex political systems.

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