There's a nastiness out there that wants to harm me with…
“There's a nastiness out there that wants to harm me with words. These are my enemies - the ideologues, the populists, the columnists who don't like the fact that I take them on toe-to-toe. What I try to do is tell the truth. It's not the coin of the realm in politics.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: New York Times, 1995
Critics attack with harsh words, but speaking truth is essential despite political backlash.
In simple terms: Truthful speech invites opposition.
Key Takeaway
Speak truth despite criticism.
Themes
courage
truth
politics
Mood
defiant
reflective
Type
political
motivational
When to use this quote
- political debates
- media interviews
- public speaking
Key Concepts
public discourse
media criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies protect truth-tellers?
- How do you respond to personal attacks?
A Different Perspective
Truth may be ignored or politicized.