Accounts Quote by Mike Huckabee
![“However, what Article VI [of the U.S. Constitution] does not do, and was never intended to do, is deny me the right to say, as loudly as I may choose, that I will on no account vote for a smirking hick like Mike Huckabee, who is an unusually stupid primate but who does not have the elementary…” quote by Mike Huckabee](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/39d/mike-huckabee-1433_accounts_however-what-article-vi-of-the-u-s-const_3143791.jpg)
“However, what Article VI [of the U.S. Constitution] does not do, and was never intended to do, is deny me the right to say, as loudly as I may choose, that I will on no account vote for a smirking hick like Mike Huckabee, who is an unusually stupid primate but who does not have the elementary intelligence to recognize the fact that this is what he is.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Mike Huckabee, 2016 US Presidential Campaign
The speaker asserts that the Constitution does not prevent them from loudly expressing opposition to a candidate they view as unqualified.
In simple terms: Constitution allows free speech about candidates.
Key Takeaway
Speak your political opinions openly.
Themes
politics
free speech
constitution
Mood
serious
critical
Type
political
controversial
When to use this quote
- elections
- public debates
- campaign rallies
Key Concepts
democratic rights
political discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- How can criticism be constructive?
- What are the limits of free speech in politics?
A Different Perspective
Harsh language may alienate listeners.
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![“The real preparation for [Christ's] return is not to act like we know it's coming right now and do something different. It's to do what we should have been doing all along.” quote by Mike Huckabee](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/24e/mike-huckabee-1433_christ_the-real-preparation-for-christ-s-return_173585.jpg)
