Politics Quote by David Foster Wallace

“Boredom is often a useful instrument in politics. Never underestimate it.”

— Harold Wilson

“You're too old to be saying to me, as you did recently, that you weren't 'interested in politics'. You're lucky that politics feels optional,…

— Hari Kunzru

Young people - motivating them in any election is hard to do.

— William M. Daley

“Buckingham argues that young people's lack of interest in news and their disconnection from politics reflects their perception of disempowerment. "By and large, young…

— Henry Jenkins

We cannot comfort ourselves with the idea that young people will take a greater interest in our politics as they establish themselves in a…

— Hilary Benn

We need to get young people excited about politics, excited about government.

— Jeanne Shaheen

“I like to see candidates who are busy finding what they are good at and what they enjoy. I call it being busy with…

— Garrett Miller

Young voters may be growing up in an era of increased global connection, cooperation and commerce. But they're very open to politicians who tell…

— Kristen Soltis Anderson

“Not being bored means not having to think about a lot of stupid stuff.”

— Haruki Murakami

The young are always coming up with the good ideas; it's because they waste time. They follow their passion and do something, not looking…

— Kevin Kelly

“One of the advantages of no longer being young is that you're expected to start making up your mind about certain things.”

— Terry Teachout

I was surprised by the response of young people because there is a perception that those younger than the 1988 generation are not interested…

— Aung San Suu Kyi