Conservative Quote by Sydney Pollack
“I tend to be what I would call more progressive than conservative, but I think either extreme is excessive.”
About This Quote
The speaker sees themselves as moderately progressive, warning that both progressive and conservative extremes are excessive.
In simple terms: Avoid extremes.
Key Takeaway
Seek balanced perspectives.
Themes
politics
moderation
extremism
Mood
thoughtful
neutral
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- public debate
- personal values
Key Concepts
centrism
ideological spectrum
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines “excessive” for you?
- How can you promote moderation?
A Different Perspective
Extremes can be appealing to some.
