Bad news Quote by Jeff Greenfield
“As a general proposition, campaigns do not linger on the vice presidential nominee. When they have, it's always meant very bad news for the ticket. Think of Spiro Agnew's foot-in-mouth disease; Tom Eagleton's medical history; the real estate holdings of Geraldine Ferraro's husband; the unbearable lightness of Dan Quayle; Sarah Palin's reading list.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Commentary, 1990s (unspecified)
Campaigns rarely focus on the vice‑presidential nominee; when they do, it usually signals trouble for the ticket.
In simple terms: VP focus often hints at problems.
Key Takeaway
Watch for VP scrutiny as a warning sign.
Themes
politics
media
campaign strategy
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
political
observational
When to use this quote
- campaigns
- media analysis
- voter behavior
Key Concepts
risk assessment
public perception
political scandal
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do campaigns sometimes target the VP?
- What alternative signals indicate ticket trouble?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on VP can distract from broader issues.
