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“A politician is a man who will double cross that bridge when he comes to it.” quote by Oscar Levant
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“A politician is a man who will double cross that bridge when he comes to it.”

Oscar Levant

About This Quote

A politician will deal with problems only when they become immediate, avoiding preemptive responsibility.

In simple terms: Politicians postpone tough decisions until forced.

Key Takeaway

Address issues proactively.

Themes

politics responsibility leadership

Mood

cautious critical

Type

advisory political

When to use this quote

  • campaign promises
  • crisis management
  • policy implementation

Key Concepts

procrastination reactive decision‑making

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle problems before they become urgent?
  • What are the risks of reacting only when forced?
A Different Perspective

May lead to short‑term fixes that ignore long‑term consequences.

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