Nothing Quote by H. D. Kumaraswamy
“Politics is nothing but opportunism.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Karnataka Legislative Assembly, 2010
Politics often reduces to exploiting situations for personal gain rather than serving the public.
In simple terms: Politics is opportunism.
Key Takeaway
Seek principled leadership.
Themes
politics
opportunism
ethics
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy debates
- government negotiations
Key Concepts
public policy
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates ethical politicians?
- How can citizens curb opportunism?
A Different Perspective
Not all political actions are self‑serving; some are altruistic.
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