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“Before it was called Hillarycare - I mean, before it was called ObamaCare it was called Hillarycare because we took them on, and we weren't successful, but we kept fighting and we got the children's health insurance program. Every step along the way I have stood up, and fought, and have the scars…” quote by Hillary Clinton
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“Before it was called Hillarycare - I mean, before it was called ObamaCare it was called Hillarycare because we took them on, and we weren't successful, but we kept fighting and we got the children's health insurance program. Every step along the way I have stood up, and fought, and have the scars to prove it.”

Hillary Clinton

About This Quote

Source Speech: Democratic National Convention, 2008

The health program evolved through multiple names and political battles, showing persistence leads to eventual success.

In simple terms: Health reform faced many names and fights before succeeding.

Key Takeaway

Persist despite setbacks to achieve goals.

Themes

politics healthcare perseverance

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

political motivational

When to use this quote

  • Legislative advocacy
  • public health campaigns
  • grassroots organizing

Key Concepts

Policy development political strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What motivates you to keep fighting for a cause?
  • How can setbacks be reframed as learning?
A Different Perspective

Political opposition can stall progress.

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