Attacking Quote by Michael Laws
“There is nothing likely to get you a bigger headline than attacking your own party.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: New Zealand Parliamentary Debate, 2015
Attacking one's own party yields sensational headlines but may be counterproductive.
In simple terms: Self‑criticism can attract attention.
Use criticism wisely.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- campaign messaging
- media relations
- internal reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is internal critique justified?
- How to critique without harming reputation?
Risk of damaging party unity.