Able Quote by Joe Biden
“The public has moved beyond politicians. For example, I'm not worried about them repealing protections for the LGBT community, because the public is beyond that. I'm not worried about them being able to change the way in which we have reached out and provided many more opportunities for women. And I - but here's what does concern me. What concerns me is that they will make some judgments in the foreign policy area, without having thought it through that may cause a lot of problems.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Public Opinion and Foreign Policy, 2023
The speaker believes public opinion now outweighs politicians on social issues, but worries about uninformed foreign policy decisions.
In simple terms: Public opinion dominates social issues; foreign policy may suffer from rash choices.
Key Takeaway
Stay informed and demand thoughtful policy.
Themes
public opinion
politics
foreign policy
social progress
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
political
analytical
When to use this quote
- elections
- legislative debates
- activism
- media analysis
Key Concepts
democracy
policy making
public sentiment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens ensure foreign policy is well‑considered?
- What mechanisms check impulsive decisions?
A Different Perspective
Policy decisions can be hasty without thorough analysis.
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