Artist Quote by William F. Buckley, Jr
“Old ladies photographed by CBS who announced that they would die of malnutrition if Reagan's bill were passed could probably have saved themselves their impending penury by the simple device of applying to the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists for scale every time they were featured by Dan Rather or whoever.”
About This Quote
The quote mocks a claim that a political bill would cause starvation, suggesting the women could have avoided hardship by joining a union for better pay.
In simple terms: Mocking a claim about a bill causing hunger, proposing union membership as a solution.
Key Takeaway
Consider practical ways to protect against policy impacts.
Themes
politics
economics
media
labor rights
satire
Mood
skeptical
ironic
critical
Type
satirical
political
commentary
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy advocacy
- union membership
- media strategy
Key Concepts
union bargaining
policy impact
media criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How effective are individual labor actions against large-scale policy changes?
- What other safeguards could protect vulnerable groups?
A Different Perspective
The suggestion ignores broader systemic issues beyond individual union enrollment.
