Believe Quote by Howard Zinn
“I believe that it is preferable sometimes to have one candidate rather another candidate, while you understand that that is not the solution. Sometimes the lesser evil is not so lesser, so you want to ignore that, and you either do not vote or vote for third party as a protest against the party system.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Politics of Choice, 2003
Choosing a lesser evil may not be truly lesser; protest voting can be a response to systemic flaws, though it risks political disengagement.
In simple terms: Choosing the lesser evil is complex.
Key Takeaway
Consider alternatives beyond binary choices.
Themes
politics
choice
protest
ethics
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- elections
- activism
- civic education
- party reform
Key Concepts
democratic theory
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you to vote?
- How can third parties influence change?
A Different Perspective
Voting may feel futile.
