Deals Quote by Muqtada al Sadr
“I will deal with the politicians in a political way and with the nonpoliticians in a nonpolitical way.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public statement, 2014, Iraq
He separates political opponents from ordinary citizens, treating each group with a different approach based on their role.
In simple terms: Treat politicians politically, non‑politicians non‑politically.
Adapt tactics to audience.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political negotiations
- community outreach
- media interviews
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide when to apply political versus non‑political tactics?
- What risks arise from treating groups differently?
May alienate non‑politicians by labeling them as non‑political.