Advocating Quote by Benjamin F. Wade
“I am not unaware how unpopular on this floor are the sentiments I am about to advocate.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Debate, 1865, United States Senate
He acknowledges that his upcoming ideas will be unpopular among his colleagues.
In simple terms: He knows his views will be disliked.
Prepare to defend unpopular ideas.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative debate
- policy proposals
- social reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you persuade skeptics?
- What risks do you accept?
Unpopularity may hinder influence and cause resistance.