Class Quote by John Lewis
![“Right now what my job is, and I think the job of Democrats and Republicans, is to protect the middle class and working families of this country from some devastating ideas that [Donald] Trump has proposed.” quote by John Lewis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c70/john-lewis-1310_class_right-now-what-my-job-is-and-i-think-the_2029540.jpg)
“Right now what my job is, and I think the job of Democrats and Republicans, is to protect the middle class and working families of this country from some devastating ideas that [Donald] Trump has proposed.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional remarks, 2020
Advocates for protecting middle‑class families from extreme policies proposed by political opponents.
In simple terms: Protect middle families from extreme ideas.
Key Takeaway
Support policies that safeguard working families.
Themes
politics
social justice
economic policy
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- legislative debates
- community organizing
- policy drafting
Key Concepts
classism
policy advocacy
bipartisan cooperation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance protection with innovation?
- What policies best serve the middle class?
A Different Perspective
May overlook nuanced policy solutions beyond party lines.
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