Believe Quote by Peggy Noonan
“The Democratic Party will now stick with its guy forever, no matter how harmful he is. Perhaps you call that loyalty, and perhaps there's something to it, but a bigger part, I believe, is that you have come to think that winning is everything-that victory is the purpose of politics.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Op-Ed, The New York Times, 2023
Political loyalty often overrides concern for competence, turning victory into the sole purpose of governance.
In simple terms: Loyalty can blind voters to harm.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize competence over party loyalty.
Themes
politics
loyalty
competence
victory
governance
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- elections
- policy debates
- campaign strategy
- public opinion
- legislative voting
Key Concepts
political psychology
ethical leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- How does loyalty affect policy outcomes?
- What mechanisms can curb win‑at‑all‑costs thinking?
A Different Perspective
Blind loyalty may erode democratic accountability.
