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“I love having a president who I think is smarter than I am.”

Anna Quindlen

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Source Column: "The President and the Public" by Anna Quindlen, New York Times, 2005

Preferring a smarter leader reflects a desire for competent governance and personal humility.

In simple terms: I like leaders smarter than me.

Key Takeaway

Value intelligence in leadership.

Themes

leadership humility politics competence

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

analytical political

When to use this quote

  • voting decisions
  • policy discussions
  • leadership evaluations

Key Concepts

cognitive humility public expectations political discourse

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance intelligence with empathy in leaders?
  • What qualities matter most to you in a president?
A Different Perspective

Intelligence alone may not guarantee effective leadership.

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