Al gore Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith
“I'm certainly going to support Al Gore because, on the whole, he's the more sensible figure and you vote not for the perfect but for the best. Coupled with that is a special situation.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Commentary, 1990s
He supports Al Gore as the more sensible choice, emphasizing voting for the best rather than perfection.
In simple terms: Vote for the most reasonable candidate, not a perfect one.
Key Takeaway
Choose practicality over perfection.
Themes
politics
decision‑making
leadership
pragmatism
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
political
reflective
When to use this quote
- elections
- campaign discussions
- policy debates
- community meetings
Key Concepts
voter behavior
political strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities make a candidate “sensible”?
- How do you weigh perfection vs. practicality?
A Different Perspective
Political realities may limit ideal choices.
