Baby Quote by William Safire
“... it's Bush's baby, even if he shares its popularization with Gorbachev. Forget the Hitler 'new order' root; F.D.R. used the phrase earlier.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political Commentary, 1970s, US Politics
The phrase “new order” has been used by many leaders, not just Hitler, showing how political language evolves and is repurposed over time.
In simple terms: Political slogans get reused by different leaders.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how rhetoric can be co‑opted.
Themes
politics
language
history
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- campaign speeches
- media analysis
- public discourse
Key Concepts
propaganda
semantic shift
ideology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does context change a phrase’s impact?
- Can we separate a phrase from its origins?
A Different Perspective
Words can acquire new meanings that may conflict with original intent.
