Advice Quote by Charles Krauthammer
“Obama is clearly a narcissist in the non-scientific use of the word. He is so self-involved, you see it from his rise.There’s not anyone of independent stature around him. There was in the first term, because he needed them to prop him up. But now that he entered a second term, he’s the master of the universe, so there’s nobody around him. He is impervious to outside advice, real advice that he takes.”
About This Quote
Source Opinion piece: Political commentary column
He argues Obama behaves like a narcissist, dominating his administration and ignoring external advice, especially in his second term.
In simple terms: Obama appears self‑absorbed and resistant to counsel.
Question leadership humility and accountability.
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When to use this quote
- government decision‑making
- policy formation
- media analysis
- public trust
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does power affect self‑perception?
- What mechanisms ensure leaders listen?
Complex political realities may oversimplify motives.