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“The specific trigger for me was when the President [Barack Obama] put Medicare and Social Security on the chopping block. Why I got into the race - it just seemed unconscionable that the Democrats were leading the charge.” quote by Jill Stein
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“The specific trigger for me was when the President [Barack Obama] put Medicare and Social Security on the chopping block. Why I got into the race - it just seemed unconscionable that the Democrats were leading the charge.”

Jill Stein

About This Quote

Source Speech: 2012 Presidential Campaign Announcement, Jill Stein, 2012

She entered politics because proposed threatened to cut essential social programs, which she found morally unacceptable.

In simple terms: She ran to protect Medicare and Social Security.

Key Takeaway

Stand up for vital public services.

Themes

justice politics activism

Mood

determined concerned

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

  • campaign speeches
  • policy debates
  • community organizing

Key Concepts

policy ethics public welfare

Questions to Reflect On

  • What essential services would you defend?
  • How can citizens influence policy decisions?
A Different Perspective

Political opposition may limit impact of advocacy.

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