Bridges Quote by Jason Chaffetz
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“The Electoral College said that [Donald Trump] is the president, he's the president.But as a president, you also have to build. And if I'm sitting there and part of his team and I go look, we're probably not going to win the next election with 46 percent of the vote, so people like John Lewis and all these other groups, you have to start building bridges toward, this week was a disaster because he is burning bridges, not building them.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 2017, USA
The speaker criticizes the president for failing to build political alliances, suggesting that neglecting coalition‑building leads to electoral defeat.
In simple terms: President should build alliances, not burn bridges.
Key Takeaway
Focus on coalition building.
Themes
politics
leadership
strategy
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
political
advice
When to use this quote
- campaign planning
- party negotiations
- public outreach
Key Concepts
bridge building
electoral risk
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders balance decisive action with inclusive coalition building?
- What are the risks of alienating key supporters?
A Different Perspective
Building bridges takes time and resources, not just rhetoric.
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