Ass Quote by Benjamin Disraeli
“Mr Speaker, I withdraw my statement that half the cabinet are asses - half the cabinet are not asses.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: House of Commons, 1868
The speaker retracts a sarcastic claim about the cabinet, acknowledging both competence and incompetence.
In simple terms: Admits mistake about cabinet's quality.
Key Takeaway
Own up when wrong.
Themes
politics
humor
accountability
Mood
wry
reflective
Type
political
humorous
When to use this quote
- parliamentary debate
- media interviews
- leadership evaluation
Key Concepts
self-awareness
public discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor affect political credibility?
- When is self‑deprecation useful?
A Different Perspective
Admitting error may weaken authority.
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