Being Quote by Crispin Blunt
“Nigel Farage said he would do a deal with the devil to get Brexit over the line; the Conservative party is very far from being the devil in this.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio 4, 2019
A politician claims he’d make any pact, even with evil, to achieve a political goal, while suggesting his opponents are equally corrupt.
In simple terms: He’d do anything for Brexit, and blames others as the devil.
Key Takeaway
Beware of extreme compromises for political aims.
Themes
politics
ethics
compromise
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- parliamentary negotiations
- campaign promises
- public discourse
- policy making
Key Concepts
Moral relativism
political expediency
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the end ever justified by the means?
- How do we hold leaders accountable for unethical bargains?
A Different Perspective
Such deals may undermine democratic legitimacy and public trust.
