Agreement Quote by Bell Hooks
“In 2014, when Hillary Clinton was not yet running for president, I stated that I was not in agreement with her politics. More recently, when asked my thoughts about Hillary Clinton during a public conversation with Gloria Steinem, I stated, "she embodies the very best of imperialist white supremacist capitalist patriarchy, but that doesn't mean that we shouldn't vote for her."”
About This Quote
Even if a leader embodies oppressive systems, strategic voting may be pragmatic.
In simple terms: Vote pragmatically despite flaws.
Key Takeaway
Consider strategic voting.
Themes
politics
ethics
strategy
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
controversial
When to use this quote
- elections
- activism
- policy debates
Key Concepts
intersectionality
power structures
Questions to Reflect On
- Is voting for a flawed candidate ever justified?
- How to balance ideals with practical outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Compromise can legitimize harmful systems.
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