George w Quote by Shirley Chisholm
“George Wallace for some strange, unknown reason, he liked me. George Wallace came down to Florida, and he went all over Florida, and he said to the people, 'If you all can't vote for me, don't vote for those oval-headed lizards. Vote for Shirley Chisholm!' And that crashed my votes, because they thought that I was in league with him to get votes.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Campaign Rally, 1972
A political figure manipulates voting by appealing to prejudice, causing unintended backlash for the speaker.
In simple terms: Politician uses divisive language to sway voters, harming allies.
Key Takeaway
Beware of rhetoric that pits groups against each other.
Themes
politics
prejudice
manipulation
backlash
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- election campaigning
- community organizing
- media messaging
Key Concepts
ethics
public persuasion
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do leaders have in inclusive messaging?
- How can voters discern manipulative appeals?
A Different Perspective
Divisive tactics can erode trust and unity.
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