Age Quote by Ronald Reagan
“Thomas Jefferson once said, 'We should never judge a president by his age, only by his works.' And ever since he told me that, I stopped worrying.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the 1984 Republican National Convention, Ronald Reagan, 1984
Judging leaders by their achievements rather than age focuses on tangible impact, reducing anxiety about leadership.
In simple terms: Judge leaders by deeds, not age.
Key Takeaway
Assess performance, not age.
Themes
leadership
evaluation
age
anxiety
politics
Mood
thoughtful
encouraging
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- voting decisions
- career assessments
- public discourse
- leadership selection
Key Concepts
political theory
psychology
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- How does focusing on work change your view of leaders?
- What other criteria should matter most?
A Different Perspective
Age can correlate with experience and wisdom.
