Appalled Quote by Hillary Clinton
“Donald Trump's talking down our democracy. And I, for one, am appalled that somebody who is the nominee of one of our two major parties would take that kind of position.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Campaign Rally, 2016, United States
Criticism of a political opponent's stance on democratic values, expressing disappointment and concern.
In simple terms: Disappointed by a nominee's anti‑democratic remarks.
Key Takeaway
Question leaders' commitment to democracy.
Themes
politics
democracy
leadership
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
political
opinion
When to use this quote
- election campaigns
- public debates
- media commentary
Key Concepts
accountability
citizen engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens hold leaders accountable?
- What role does rhetoric play in democracy?
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