Election day Quote by Douglas William Jerrold
“Don't buy a single vote more than necessary.”
About This Quote
Source Play: “The School for Scandal” (act 2, scene 3), 1809
Advocates buying only the minimal number of votes needed, implying excess can be corrupting or unnecessary.
In simple terms: Buy just enough votes, no more.
Key Takeaway
Avoid over‑buying influence.
Themes
politics
ethics
corruption
Mood
cautionary
analytical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- Elections
- campaign finance
- legislative lobbying
Key Concepts
Vote buying
political strategy
integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- Why is buying extra votes problematic?
- What alternatives exist to influence elections?
A Different Perspective
May ignore systemic issues of vote buying.
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