Despised Quote by Hunter S. Thompson
“Nixon was a professional politician, and I despised everything he stood for -- but if he were running for president this year against the evil Bush-Cheney gang, I would happily vote for him.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Political Commentary, 1990
Even a despised politician might be preferable to a worse alternative in a specific election context.
In simple terms: Vote for the lesser evil.
Key Takeaway
Consider all options.
Themes
politics
ethics
strategic voting
disillusionment
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
political
When to use this quote
- election strategy
- voter education
- campaign analysis
Key Concepts
realpolitik
moral relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define a “lesser evil”?
- How do personal biases affect political choices?
A Different Perspective
May legitimize undesirable candidates.
