Ifs Quote by Shintaro Ishihara
“A party is a political tool. If it's no longer useful, it should be crumpled up and thrown away.”
About This Quote
Source Political essay: "Party as Tool", 2005
Political parties are means, not ends; discard them when obsolete
In simple terms: Discard useless political tools
Key Takeaway
Evaluate party relevance regularly
Themes
politics
utility
renewal
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
strategic
When to use this quote
- campaign strategy
- voter education
- party reform
Key Concepts
Political theory
institutional critique
Questions to Reflect On
- When should a party be reformed vs. discarded?
- How to ensure new tools replace old ones effectively?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex governance
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