America Quote by Herman Cain
“I just want people who are qualified, I want them to believe in the Constitution of the United States of America. So yep, I don't have a problem with appointing an openly gay person. Because they're not going to try to put sharia law in our laws.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Republican Primary Debate, 2011
Advocates for qualified appointments regardless of sexual orientation, emphasizing constitutional loyalty over personal identity.
In simple terms: Hire based on qualifications, not sexual orientation.
Focus on competence and constitutional commitment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government hiring
- judicial nominations
- public policy discussions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can personal beliefs affect job performance?
- What safeguards ensure constitutional fidelity?
Assumes all qualified individuals share the same constitutional views.