Advantage Quote by John Stossel
“A system that rewards politicians skilled at campaigning - which is the art of creating an illusion - and that puts hundreds of billions of coerced taxpayer dollars at the disposal of the winners will tend to attract men and women with a comparative advantage in manipulation.”
About This Quote
Political systems that reward campaign skill foster manipulation, attracting those adept at illusion rather than governance.
In simple terms: Campaign skill breeds manipulation in politics.
Demand transparency and merit‑based rewards.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy design
- media scrutiny
- public accountability
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we redesign incentives?
- What safeguards prevent exploitation?
Not all politicians are manipulators.