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Compromise Quote by Barbara Bush

“I hate the fact that people think 'compromise' is a dirty word.” quote by Barbara Bush
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“I hate the fact that people think 'compromise' is a dirty word.”

Barbara Bush

About This Quote

Source Speech: 1992 National Women's Conference, Barbara Bush

She dislikes the stigma attached to compromise, seeing it as a necessary tool for progress.

In simple terms: Compromise is unfairly seen as negative.

Key Takeaway

Embrace compromise as a constructive solution.

Themes

politics negotiation collaboration stigma

Mood

hopeful pragmatic

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • legislative sessions
  • family discussions
  • business deals

Key Concepts

policy making conflict resolution

Questions to Reflect On

  • When has compromise led to better outcomes?
  • What fears underlie the dislike of compromise?
A Different Perspective

Compromise may be perceived as weakness or concession.

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