Budget Quote by Hamilton Jordan
“You mentioned Ross Perot. Mr. Perot jumped into the race at the last minute, had one issue that he ran on, the budget deficit, was in and out of the race a couple of times, and still got 20 million votes, didn't have the Internet.”
About This Quote
The statement notes Perot’s late entry and single‑issue focus on the deficit, yet he still attracted 20 million votes despite lacking modern campaign tools.
In simple terms: Perot succeeded with a simple message and timing despite limited resources.
Key Takeaway
Simple, timely messages can mobilize large support.
Themes
politics
campaign strategy
grassroots movements
media
public opinion
Mood
inspirational
analytical
historical
Type
political
campaign
strategic
When to use this quote
- elections
- political advocacy
- media planning
Key Concepts
single‑issue focus
late entry
resource constraints
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a single issue resonate widely?
- How does timing affect political success?
A Different Perspective
It downplays other factors like voter demographics and media coverage.