Bad reputation Quote by Henry Kissinger
“Ninety percent of the politicians give the other 10% a bad reputation.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Politics, 1975
A small fraction of politicians tarnish the reputation of the majority.
In simple terms: Few politicians damage overall image.
Promote integrity in leadership.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy debates
- public statements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we recognize good politicians?
- What mechanisms ensure accountability?
Generalizing can overlook many honest officials.