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“Not only did the president-elect wear his deep and bitter grievances on his sleeve, but it was now clear that the fact of having been elected president would not change his unfiltered, apparently uncontrollable, utterly shoot-from-the-hip display of wounds, resentments, and ire.” quote by Michael Wolff
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““Not only did the president-elect wear his deep and bitter grievances on his sleeve, but it was now clear that the fact of having been elected president would not change his unfiltered, apparently uncontrollable, utterly shoot-from-the-hip display of wounds, resentments, and ire.””

Michael Wolff

About This Quote

Source Book: “Fire and Fury,” 2018

He critiques the president‑elect’s unfiltered, emotional outbursts, suggesting they reveal deep grievances.

In simple terms: President‑elect shows raw, uncontrolled anger.

Key Takeaway

Watch for unchecked emotional rhetoric.

Themes

politics emotions leadership

Mood

critical analytical

Type

political journalistic

When to use this quote

  • campaign coverage
  • policy debates
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

impulsivity public perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does emotional volatility affect public trust?
  • Can raw honesty ever be beneficial in leadership?
A Different Perspective

Such outbursts can be strategic, not just emotional.

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