Candidates Quote by Robert Jeffress
“In 1980, evangelicals overwhelmingly elected a candidate who was a known womanizer when he was in Hollywood. He would be the first divorced president in U.S. history. His name was Ronald Reagan. And when evangelicals voted for Reagan, they weren't endorsing womanizing. They weren't endorsing divorce. They were endorsing Reagan's policies.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Religious Radio, 1995
Evangelicals voted for Reagan for his policies, not his personal life, separating moral character from political agenda.
In simple terms: Voters can support policies despite personal flaws.
Key Takeaway
Assess policies separate from personal conduct.
Themes
politics
morality
voting behavior
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- election decisions
- policy advocacy
- candidate evaluation
Key Concepts
public choice theory
ethical voting
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- Can policy outweigh personal ethics?
- How do you reconcile moral standards with political goals?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring personal flaws may erode trust.
