Arrivals Quote by Calvin Coolidge
“One day the President and Mrs. Coolidge were visiting a government farm. Soon after their arrival they were taken off on separate tours. When Mrs. Coolidge passed the chicken pens she paused to ask the man in charge if the rooster copulates more than once each day. "Dozens of times, was the reply." "Please tell that to the President," Mrs. Coolidge requested. When the President passed the pens and was told about the roosters, he asked "Same hen every time?" "Oh no, Mr. President, a different one each time." The President nodded slowly, then said, "Tell that to Mrs. Coolidge."”
About This Quote
Source Historical anecdote, 1925
The President and Mrs. Coolidge discuss rooster behavior, using it as a metaphor for political and personal relationships.
In simple terms: A conversation about roosters serves as a metaphor for human interactions.
Key Takeaway
Read between the lines of casual talk.
Themes
politics
metaphor
communication
Mood
witty
historical
Type
anecdotal
humorous
When to use this quote
- dinner party
- political briefing
- casual conversation
Key Concepts
symbolic language
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden meanings can everyday talks reveal?
- How do you spot metaphor in politics?
A Different Perspective
Metaphor may be misinterpreted without context.
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