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“I want to take care of everybody. I'm not going to leave the lower 20 percent that can't afford insurance. Just so you understand, people talk about Obamacare, and I told the Republicans this. The best thing we can do is nothing for two years, let it explode, and then we'll go in and we'll do a…” quote by Donald Trump
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“I want to take care of everybody. I'm not going to leave the lower 20 percent that can't afford insurance. Just so you understand, people talk about Obamacare, and I told the Republicans this. The best thing we can do is nothing for two years, let it explode, and then we'll go in and we'll do a new plan and the Democrats will vote for it, believe me.”

Donald Trump

About This Quote

Source Speech: Campaign rally, 2016

Propose doing nothing for two years to let a problem worsen before fixing it with a new plan that will gain political support.

In simple terms: Suggest waiting for a crisis before acting, then use it for political gain.

Key Takeaway

Avoid premature action; use crises strategically.

Themes

politics strategy healthcare delay

Mood

controversial strategic

Type

political critical

When to use this quote

  • healthcare reform
  • legislative strategy
  • public opinion

Key Concepts

policy manipulation crisis exploitation political timing

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is waiting ethical?
  • What are the costs of a crisis?
A Different Perspective

Delaying action can cause real harm.

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