New deal Quote by Ronald Reagan
““The press is dying to paint me as now trying to undo the New Deal. I remind them I voted for F.D.R. 4 times. I’m trying to undo the “Great Society.” It was L.B.J.’s war on poverty that led to our present mess.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1980 Presidential Campaign, United States
Reagan claims he opposes policies associated with past Democratic programs despite having supported them, framing his stance as a reversal of the “Great Society.”
In simple terms: He says he’s undoing past Democratic policies while claiming to support the New Deal.
Key Takeaway
Recognize political rhetoric’s contradictions.
Themes
politics
history
media
policy
campaigns
Mood
skeptical
critical
analytical
Type
political
historical
media
When to use this quote
- campaign speeches
- media interviews
- public debates
Key Concepts
Conservatism
historical revisionism
political strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do politicians reconcile past votes with current positions?
- What impact does media framing have on public perception?
A Different Perspective
Political narratives can oversimplify complex histories.
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