Country Quote by Nan Goldin
“I had said that when the first Bush got elected that I would leave the country. And when the second Bush wasn't even elected properly.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Ballad of Sexual Dependency, 1994
The speaker vows to leave the country under two Bush presidencies, reflecting disillusionment with political leadership.
In simple terms: Leaving due to political disappointment.
Key Takeaway
Consider political engagement over exile.
Themes
politics
disillusionment
exile
Mood
defiant
reflective
Type
political
personal
When to use this quote
- election cycles
- policy protest
- personal safety
- activism
Key Concepts
civic responsibility
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives exist to leaving?
- How can one stay effective abroad?
A Different Perspective
Leaving may not change systemic issues.
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