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“The average politician goes through a sentence like a man exploring a disused mine shaft-blind, groping, timorous and in imminent danger of cracking his shins on a subordinate clause or a nasty bit of subjunctive.” quote by Robertson Davies
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“The average politician goes through a sentence like a man exploring a disused mine shaft-blind, groping, timorous and in imminent danger of cracking his shins on a subordinate clause or a nasty bit of subjunctive.”

Robertson Davies

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Source Novel: The Rebel Angels, 1981

Political language is a treacherous mine, full of hidden traps that can injure the unwary.

In simple terms: Political language is a dangerous maze.

Key Takeaway

Navigate language carefully.

Themes

politics language communication

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • legislative drafting
  • media reporting
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

rhetorical analysis political discourse

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we clarify political speech?
  • What strategies avoid misinterpretation?
A Different Perspective

Complexity may obscure intent.

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